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grow light

American  

noun

  1. a fluorescent light bulb designed to emit light of a wavelength conducive to plant growth.


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The height of the grow light is adjusted manually; you begin with it closer when starting the seeds, then move it higher as the plants grow.

From Washington Post Nov. 9, 2022

To make certain carnivorous plants happy, you’ll need a grow light.

From Seattle Times Dec. 20, 2021

"If your home lacks natural light, you can try placing your plant directly under a fluorescent lamp or plant grow light during the day."

From Fox News Dec. 10, 2021

For a scrappier, DIY approach: “If you’re trying to start seeds indoors or supplement your ambient lighting, a basic grow kit and a high-quality grow light are all you need,” Nagy says.

From Slate Aug. 11, 2018

It made my lungs feel heavy, my heart grow light, until the juxtaposition of the two phased into sleep.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline

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