光 — meaning in English

English meaning

• highlight noun The most memorable or exciting part of an event, experience, or period.
• light noun Brightness that lets people see, from the sun, a lamp, or fire.
• lite adj A deliberately simplified spelling of "light," used to mean low-calorie, low-fat, or stripped-down.
• luminary noun One who is an inspiration to others; one who has achieved success in one's chosen field; a leading light.
• mild adjective Gentle in temperament; not quick to anger or harshness.
• sunlight noun The light that comes from the sun.

Senses

光 is used for these senses in English:

• highlight (painting, photography) An area or a spot in a drawing, painting, or photograph that is strongly illuminated.
• light (physics, uncountable) Electromagnetic radiation in the wavelength range visible to the human eye (about 400–750 nanometers); visible light.
• lite Light in composition, notably low in fat, calories etc. Most commonly used commercially.
• luminary One who is an inspiration to others; one who has achieved success in one's chosen field; a leading light.
• mild (of an illness or pain) Not serious or dangerous.
• sunlight (figuratively) Brightness, hope; a positive outlook.

highlight — full definition

1. noun The most memorable or exciting part of an event, experience, or period.
2. noun A bright area in a picture, photo, or painting where light falls most strongly.
3. noun A strand of hair dyed a lighter colour than the rest.
4. verb To draw special attention to something.

light — full definition

1. noun Brightness that lets people see, from the sun, a lamp, or fire.
2. noun A source of illumination, such as a lamp or bulb.
3. verb To set something burning.
4. verb To illuminate; to provide light for.
5. adj Not heavy; weighing little.

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