headlight

American  

[hed-lahyt] / ˈhɛdˌlaɪt /

noun

1. a light lights or lamp, usually equipped with a reflector, on the front of an automobile, locomotive, etc.

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headlight British  

/ ˈhɛdˌlaɪt /

noun

1. a powerful light, equipped with a reflector and attached to the front of a motor vehicle, locomotive, etc See also quartz-iodine lamp

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Etymology

Origin of headlight

An Americanism dating back to 1860–65; head + light ¹

Example Sentences

Following a $1-billion-grossing, Oscar-winning smash could have left writer and director Jared Bush and director Byron Howard feeling like rabbits in the headlights, but they seem to have outfoxed the challenge.

From Los Angeles Times

If windshield wipers are on, headlights should be on — it’s the law.

From Los Angeles Times

Then there are the automated headlights and light bar, also connected to the trigger lock.

From The Wall Street Journal

The AA advice, external on driving in fog includes using dipped headlights and keeping a larger stopping distance.

From BBC

Early this year, Rivian recalled 17,260 vehicles in the U.S. over a headlight issue that could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

From Los Angeles Times

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