daylight

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪlaɪt/
/ˈdeɪlaɪt/
Noun
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

The light from the Sun, as opposed to that from any other source.

2 Definition

A light source that simulates daylight.

3 Definition

(photometry) The intensity distribution of light over the visible spectrum generated by the Sun under various conditions or by other light sources intended to simulate natural daylight.

4 Definition

The period of time between sunrise and sunset.

Example Sentences
  • We should get home while it's still daylight.
5 Definition

Daybreak.

Example Sentences
  • We had only two hours to work before daylight.
6 Definition

Exposure to public scrutiny.

Example Sentences
  • Budgeting a spy organization can't very well be done in daylight.
7 Definition

A clear, open space.

Example Sentences
  • All small running backs instinctively run to daylight.
8 Definition

(machinery) The space between platens on a press or similar machinery.

Example Sentences
  • The minimum and maximum daylights on an injection molding machine determines the sizes of the items it can make.
9 Definition

Emotional or psychological distance between people, or disagreement.

Example Sentences
  • We completely agree. There's no daylight between us on the issue.
Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To expose to daylight

2 Definition

To provide sources of natural illumination such as skylights or windows.

3 Definition

To allow light in, as by opening drapes.

4 Definition

(landscaping) To run a drainage pipe to an opening from which its contents can drain away naturally.

5 Definition

To gain exposure to the open.

Example Sentences
  • The seam of coal daylighted at a cliff by the river.