光 — meaning in English

English meaning

• light noun Brightness that lets people see, from the sun, a lamp, or fire.
• shine verb To give off or reflect light brightly.
• sunlight noun The light that comes from the sun.

Senses

光 is used for these senses in English:

• Light (Islam) The 24th sura (chapter) of the Qur'an.
• light Having light; bright; clear; not dark or obscure.
• light (physics, uncountable) Electromagnetic radiation in the wavelength range visible to the human eye (about 400–750 nanometers); visible light.
• light (countable) A source of illumination.
• light (figurative) Spiritual or mental illumination; enlightenment, useful information.
• light A point of view, or aspect from which a concept, person or thing is regarded.
• shine Brightness from a source of light.
• sunlight (figuratively) Brightness, hope; a positive outlook.

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.

shine — full definition

1. verb To give off or reflect light brightly.
2. verb To perform exceptionally well or stand out.
3. verb To point a light source at something.
4. noun Brightness or gloss, whether from a light source or a polished surface.

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