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daylight
noun day·light \ˈdā-ˌlīt\
: the light of the sun and sky during the day : the natural light of day
: the time of day when the sky is light
: the time of day when sunlight first begins to appear
Full Definition of DAYLIGHT
1
: the light of day
2
: daytime
3
: dawn
4
a : knowledge or understanding of something that has been obscure <began to see daylight on the problem> b : the quality or state of being open : openness
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: a perceptible space, gap, or difference <denied there was any daylight between the two governments' positions>
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First Known Use of DAYLIGHT
13th century
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DAYLIGHT Defined for Kids
daylight
noun day·light \ˈdā-ˌlīt\
Definition of DAYLIGHT for Kids
1
: the light of day
2
: daytime <They travel only during daylight.>
3
: 2dawn 1
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