English · Nature & Environment

daylight

/ˈdeɪlaɪt/

[/ˈdeɪlaɪt/]

the natural light of day

Intermediatenoun

Definition

The natural light that we have during the day, before it gets dark. It can also mean the time when it is light.

Example

We must finish the walk before daylight fades.

We must finish the walk before daylight fades.

Etymology

A compound of 'day' (Old English 'dæg') and 'light'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for natural daytime light and the hours of light.

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