noun

headlight

HEHD-lyt

Headlight (noun) means a lamp mounted on the front of a vehicle to light the road ahead when driving in the dark. Example: “One of his headlights had burned out, so he pulled over to check it.”

noun

A lamp mounted on the front of a vehicle to light the road ahead when driving in the dark.

"One of his headlights had burned out, so he pulled over to check it."

"Turn your headlights on once the sun starts to set."

How to use headlight

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe front light on a car, motorcycle, or similar vehicle.

Common pairings

headlights on broken headlight high-beam headlights

Word forms

headlights plural

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Etymology

A compound of head (front) and light, describing a light fitted at the front of a vehicle.

Synonyms

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

What does “headlight” mean?

The word “headlight” means a lamp mounted on the front of a vehicle to light the road ahead when driving in the dark. In plain terms, the front light on a car, motorcycle, or similar vehicle.

How do you pronounce “headlight”?

“Headlight” is pronounced HEHD-lyt (/ˈhɛdˌlaɪt/ in IPA).

How do you use “headlight” in a sentence?

Here is “headlight” used in a sentence: “One of his headlights had burned out, so he pulled over to check it.”

What part of speech is “headlight”?

“Headlight” is a noun.

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