lights
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A1
/laɪts/
(light)
brightness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'light' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'lēoht', where 'lēoht' meant 'brightness'.
Historical Evolution
'lēoht' changed from Old English word 'lēoht' and eventually became the modern English word 'light'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'brightness or illumination', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'light', referring to sources of illumination.
The city lights were visible from miles away.
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Verb 1
third person singular present tense of 'light', meaning to ignite or illuminate.
She lights the candles every evening.
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