1
: the diffused and reflected light of the sky
2
: an opening in a house roof or ship's deck that is covered with translucent or transparent material and that is designed to admit light
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The formal dining room is capped by a skylight, while the large center island kitchen and the adjoining breakfast nook are great places to catch up during casual meals.
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
Natural light streams indoors every morning via floor-to-ceiling windows in the main living area and plenty of skylights, while a paved patio outdoors creates a serene setting for a sunset cocktail around the fire pit.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 26 Feb. 2025
The primary living space is warmed by a log-burning fireplace and leads to a kitchen galley partially illuminated by a skylight.
—Richard Lane, USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2025
One side of the roof features four clear, polycarbonate windows that create a skylight, giving the shed plenty of natural light.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 22 Feb. 2025
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
Natural light streams indoors every morning via floor-to-ceiling windows in the main living area and plenty of skylights, while a paved patio outdoors creates a serene setting for a sunset cocktail around the fire pit.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 26 Feb. 2025
The primary living space is warmed by a log-burning fireplace and leads to a kitchen galley partially illuminated by a skylight.
—Richard Lane, USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2025
One side of the roof features four clear, polycarbonate windows that create a skylight, giving the shed plenty of natural light.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 22 Feb. 2025
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“Skylight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skylight. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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skylight
noun
sky·light
ˈskī-ˌlīt 
: a window or group of windows in a roof or ceiling
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