sunlight
Americannoun
noun
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the light emanating from the sun
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an area or the time characterized by sunshine
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of sunlight
First recorded in 1175–1225, sunlight is from the Middle English word sonneliht. See sun, light 1
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The researchers argue that permanently moving clocks forward could undermine some of those gains by making morning sunlight less accessible.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026
A satellite on the terminator is positioned to have sunlight hitting its solar panels 24 hours a day for continuous power.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026
They respond to gravity, detect the direction of sunlight, and monitor the shape and position of their own stems.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
The second-floor unit had large, west-facing French doors that let in plenty of afternoon sunlight.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
Hadn’t he just been in sunlight, whereas now he sat in the tree’s shade?
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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