sunlight

noun

sun·​light ˈsən-ˌlīt How to pronounce sunlight (audio)
Synonyms of sunlightnext
: the light of the sun : sunshine

Examples of sunlight in a Sentence

Sunlight streamed through the windows. let's raise the shades and let in some sunlight
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Before your house starts cooking, look for some easy ways to minimize direct sunlight. Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 14 May 2026 Caused by sunlight-scattering dust in the Martian atmosphere, that unexpected brilliance seems to be planet-wide—save for a region near the world’s north pole. Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 14 May 2026 Here, experts recommended a handful of culinary delights perfect for gardens that don't get much sunlight. Haniya Rae, Martha Stewart, 14 May 2026 The system can easily capture high-energy sunlight that would otherwise be wasted as heat. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunlight

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sunlight was in the 13th century

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“Sunlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunlight. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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sunlight

noun
sun·​light ˈsən-ˌlīt How to pronounce sunlight (audio)
: the light of the sun : sunshine

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