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skylight

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈskaɪˌɫaɪt// UK //skˈaɪlaɪt// sky·light

n. a window in the roof of a building that lets in natural light and fresh air. It is often used in kitchens or bathrooms to make a room feel brighter.

n. an opening in the roof of a building, typically covered by a transparent material, that allows natural light and ventilation into the interior space.


SIMPLE

The skylight makes the kitchen feel much brighter.

CONTEXTUAL

We installed a skylight in the living room to reduce our reliance on artificial lighting during the summer months.

COMPLEX

The architect designed the building with a central skylight to create a natural focal point while maximizing the amount of daylight that reaches the interior floor plan.

Synonyms
Origin

From sky + light.

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