half-light
[haf-lahyt, hahf-]
noun
light that is about half its customary brightness, or that is partially dimmed or obscured: the half-light of early dawn; a room in half-light.
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Origin of half-light
First recorded in 1615–25
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Examples from the Web for half-light
Historical Examples of half-light
The man was blind in daylight, and could see in darkness or half-light.
The Night RidersRidgwell Cullum
He was nervous and excited, and his eyes shone in the half-light.
The Hound From The NorthRidgwell Cullum
He stands a moment bewildered by the half-light, then calls sharply: "Larry!"
The First and The LastJohn Galsworthy
The walls were spotless and the red-tiled floor shone in the half-light.
The Choice of LifeGeorgette Leblanc
He stood in the half-light, one hand on the table, the other clasping the picture.
Bob, Son of BattleAlfred Ollivant
half-light
noun
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