light
Translation
light, illumination, lamp, source of light
Examples
The sun gives us light and heat.
The sun gives us light and heat.
Please switch on the kitchen light.
Please switch on the kitchen light.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) light ((from sth.)) the natural energy that makes things visible The sun gives us light and heat.
((a/the)) light a device that produces light Please switch on the kitchen light.
Similar Words
Synonyms: brightness, glow, lamp; Antonyms: darkness
Etymology
From Old English 'lēoht', related to German 'Licht'.
Memory Tips
A 'lightbulb' is a device that gives 'light'.