Starlight: meaning, definitions and examples
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starlight
[ ˈstɑːr.laɪt ]
natural phenomenon
Starlight is the light emitted by stars, which is visible from Earth. It is often considered a metaphor for hope and wonder, as it travels vast distances across the universe before reaching our eyes.
Synonyms
starshine, stellar light.
Examples of usage
- The starlight illuminated the midnight sky.
- She wished upon a shooting star, hoping for a glimpse of starlight.
- They sat together under the starlight, sharing their dreams.
- The starlight reflected on the surface of the lake.
Translations
Translations of the word "starlight" in other languages:
🇵🇹 luz das estrelas
🇮🇳 तारों की रोशनी
🇩🇪 Sternenlicht
🇮🇩 cahaya bintang
🇺🇦 зіркове світло
🇵🇱 światło gwiazd
🇯🇵 星の光
🇫🇷 lumière des étoiles
🇪🇸 luz de las estrellas
🇹🇷 yıldız ışığı
🇰🇷 별빛
🇸🇦 ضوء النجوم
🇨🇿 světlo hvězd
🇸🇰 svetlo hviezd
🇨🇳 星光
🇸🇮 svetloba zvezd
🇮🇸 stjörnuljós
🇰🇿 жұлдыз жарығы
🇬🇪 ვარსკვლავის სინათლე
🇦🇿 ulduz işığı
🇲🇽 luz de las estrellas
Etymology
The term 'starlight' is derived from the combination of two Old English words: 'star' and 'light'. The word 'star' traces back to ancient languages, including Proto-Germanic *sternō and Proto-Indo-European *h₂stḗr, which denotes celestial bodies that shine in the night sky. The word 'light' comes from Old English 'leoht', which has its roots in Proto-Germanic *liukan and PIE *lewk-, meaning to shine or be bright. The joined usage of 'starlight' first emerged in the English language around the late 14th century, encapsulating the allure and beauty of the cosmos. Throughout history, starlight has held significant cultural symbolism, often representing guidance, hope, and inspiration in literature and art.