English Explanatory Dictionary

streetlight

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Any large outdoor light used to illuminate a public area, usually urban.
  2. The light produced by these lights.

Pronunciation

/ˈstɹiːt.laɪt/ /ˈstɹit.laɪt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-AnotherFriendlyHuman-streetlight.wav

Word forms

streetlight streetlights street light street-light

Etymology

From street + light.

Synonyms

lightpole street lamp

Derived words

streetlight effect
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