skylight

noun

sky·​light ˈskī-ˌlīt How to pronounce skylight (audio)
1
: the diffused and reflected light of the sky
2
: an opening in a house roof or ship's deck that is covered with translucent or transparent material and that is designed to admit light

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Other creature comforts include a giant skylight, a rooftop air conditioner and a water heater. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2025 The skylight overhead lets in plenty of light to keep the space warm and bright. New Atlas, 10 Mar. 2025 Architects from Lake Flato, the firm that designed the building, took it a step further and used computer simulations to determine the best placement for skylights in each room to accentuate the daylight infusion. Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Feb. 2025 The formal dining room is capped by a skylight, while the large center island kitchen and the adjoining breakfast nook are great places to catch up during casual meals. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for skylight

Word History

First Known Use

1632, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of skylight was in 1632

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“Skylight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skylight. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.

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skylight

noun
sky·​light ˈskī-ˌlīt How to pronounce skylight (audio)
: a window or group of windows in a roof or ceiling

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