lights

[lahyts]

plural noun

1. the lungs, especially of sheep, pigs, etc.

lights

¹

/ laɪts /

plural noun

1. a person's ideas, knowledge, or understanding

   he did it according to his lights

lights

²

/ laɪts /

plural noun

1. the lungs, esp of sheep, bullocks, and pigs, used for feeding pets and occasionally in human food

Word History and Origins

Origin of lights¹

First recorded in 1150–1200; Middle English lihte, lightes, noun use of liht light ²; lung

Word History and Origins

Origin of lights¹

C13: plural noun use of _light ², referring to the light weight of the lungs

Example Sentences

There is usually a room in a palace, set up with cameras and lights.

From BBC

Mr Adams said he was 18 when Pierce invited him over for dinner, but claims the priest gave him "lots of white wine and no food" and touched him inappropriately when the lights went out.

From BBC

The majority of those driving past us flashed their lights, waved, or nodded in support, including the driver of a giant Pepsi delivery truck.

From Salon

On Monday, the 7-foot center stood in front of flashing lights, answered questions in a packed news conference and glanced up at a shiny line of 17 championship trophies.

From Los Angeles Times

Video from the scene shows a large piece of plaster has fallen from the ceiling with lights fittings left hanging.

From BBC

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