ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Skylight

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈskaɪˌlaɪt/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Skylight is a noun meaning (architecture) A window, dome, or opening in the roof or ceiling, to admit natural light.

Meaning

(architecture) A window, dome, or opening in the roof or ceiling, to admit natural light.

More Meanings

  1. (volcanology) A hole in the upper part of a lava tube, yielding a view of the lava within.
  2. A region of flat, thin ice allowing a submarine to surface.
  3. (physics) Diffuse sky radiation—solar radiation reaching the earth's surface after having been scattered from the direct solar beam by molecules or suspensoids in the atmosphere.

Word Forms

Synonyms for skylight

Depending on context, synonyms include oculus, fanlight.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include fanlight, dormer, window, canopy, latch, opening.

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