Definition

A light that is mounted on a tall pole and is placed along streets to illuminate the area at night.

Example

The streetlight flickered before going out completely.

Conversation

Did you see that new streetlight they installed on our block?

Yeah, it looks really bright and useful at night!

I think it makes walking home feel a lot safer now.

Definitely! It's great to have more light on the streets.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Streetlight → It is formed from "street" (from Old English *strete*, meaning a paved way or road) and "light" (from Old English *leoht*, meaning illumination or brightness). The word "streetlight" refers to a light that illuminates a street or road.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'paved way' ('street') being brightened by 'illumination' ('light') — that's what a streetlight does.

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