streetlight

[ street-lahyt ]

noun

1. a light, lights, usually supported by a lamppost, for illuminating a street or road.

streetlight

/ ˈstriːtˌlaɪt /

noun

1. a light, esp one carried on a lamppost, that illuminates a road, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of streetlight¹

First recorded in 1615–25; street + light ¹

Example Sentences

The city is also far behind on basic maintenance of streetlights like the one that injured Luna.

From Los Angeles Times

As he turned onto the main road, dim streetlights revealed a chilling sight - dozens of armed men and women in police uniforms blocking the way, shouting through a megaphone.

From BBC

Angels descended on young cholos under the orange glow of a Los Angeles streetlight.

From Los Angeles Times

Jurado has taken aim at De León’s attempt at a comeback, saying too many renters in his district have been evicted, too many streetlights have gone dark and too many businesses are struggling.

From Los Angeles Times

Andrew Wolff stood in darkness, looking down Alvarado Street and conducting a visual inventory of broken streetlights on the eastern border of MacArthur Park.

From Los Angeles Times