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lighting

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈɫaɪtɪŋ// UK //lˈaɪtɪŋ// light·ing Archaic General-service

n. the arrangement or type of lights in a place. It describes how bright or dark a room is and how the light looks.

n. the arrangement, equipment, or quality of illumination in a room, building, or outdoor area. Often used to describe the aesthetic or functional effect of light sources.


SIMPLE

The soft lighting makes the room feel very cozy.

CONTEXTUAL

The photographer adjusted the studio lighting to remove the harsh shadows from the model's face.

COMPLEX

Modern architectural design often prioritizes natural lighting, utilizing large windows and skylights to reduce the reliance on artificial sources during daylight hours.

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Origin

From light + -ing.

Pitfall

The lightings in this room are bright.The lighting in this room is bright.Lighting is uncountable and does not take a plural form even when referring to multiple lamps or bulbs.

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