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lighting — the arrangement or effect of lights

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: the arrangement or effect of lights

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlaɪtɪŋ/

Example Sentences

  • The lighting in this selfie makes me look like a vampire who forgot to put on sunscreen.
  • Good lighting can make any room feel cozy and welcoming.
  • The lighting designer spent hours creating the perfect ambiance for the wedding.

lighting

NOUN

[/ˈlaɪtɪŋ/]

the arrangement or effect of lights

the arrangement or effect of lights
💡 Concept

the arrangement or effect of lights

The lighting grows exciting as she keeps on writing!
🎵 Rhyme

The lighting grows exciting as she keeps on writing!

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈlaɪtɪŋ/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈlaɪtɪŋ/

🌳Etymology

Rootlight
Suffix--ing

Origin

Lighting derives from Old English 'leoht,' meaning 'light' or 'brightness,' which evolved into the modern English word 'light.' The suffix '-ing' was added to create a noun denoting the arrangement or provision of light in a space.

Breakdown

light (brightness, illumination) + -ing (suffix forming a noun or gerund indicating the action or result of lighting).

🎵Rhyme

fighting
writing
exciting
inviting

🔗Collocations

stage lighting
natural lighting
interior lighting
mood lighting
outdoor lighting
emergency lighting
poor lighting

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

“The lighting in this selfie makes me look like a vampire who forgot to put on sunscreen.”

“Good lighting can make any room feel cozy and welcoming.”

“The lighting designer spent hours creating the perfect ambiance for the wedding.”

“He's always complaining about the harsh fluorescent lighting at his office.”

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