skylight

Meanings

• noun

  A transparent opening in the roof of a building, allowing light to enter.

  - "The skylight in the living room lets in plenty of natural light."
  - "The factory roof had several skylights to illuminate the workspace."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈskaɪˌlaɪt/
   
   
   
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Variants

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skylight , skylights

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Etymology

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From the Middle English word 'skyll' meaning a hollow or opening, and 'light' meaning illumination.

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Trivia

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1. Skylights can help reduce energy costs by reducing the need for artificial lighting.

2. The first recorded use of a skylight was in ancient Rome.

3. Skylights can be made of various materials, including glass, acrylic, and polycarbonate.

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Related Concepts

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1. daylighting: The practice of using natural light instead of artificial light in buildings to improve energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

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Culture

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Skylights have been used in architecture for centuries to bring natural light into buildings, improving the ambiance and reducing the need for artificial lighting. They have been a popular feature in homes, offices, and public buildings.

How to Memorize "skylight"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a transparent opening in the roof of a building.
   - Visualize sunlight streaming through the skylight and illuminating the interior space.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'skylight' with the image of a bright, sunlit room.
   - Think of a building with a transparent roof and plenty of natural light.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'skylight' is a 'light' that comes 'from the sky'.

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