fog light

noun

1. an automobile headlight throwing light of a color intended to diminish the effect of fog, dust, etc., in the air.

fog light

noun

1. another word for fog lamp

Word History and Origins

Origin of fog light¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

He could even see the fog light up with a dull orange as the thunder shook the earth.

From Project Gutenberg

As he spoke he gave a muttered curse and switched on his amber fog-light.

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