Definition

A type of light fixture that is installed in a ceiling and shines light downwards, often used for illumination in rooms.

Example

The new downlights in the kitchen provide excellent lighting for cooking.

Conversation

Have you seen the new downlight fixtures in my living room?

Yeah, they look really modern and bright!

Thanks! I love how they focus the light right where I need it.

Definitely! They make the space feel so much more inviting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Downlight → It is formed from "down" (from Old English *dūn*, meaning a slope or hill) and "light" (from Old English *leoht*, meaning illumination or brightness). The word "downlight" refers to a type of light fixture that directs light downwards, often used in ceilings.

Memory Tip

Think of a light that shines 'down' from above, illuminating the space below.

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