downlight

noun

down·​light ˈdau̇n-ˌlīt How to pronounce downlight (audio)
: a small spotlight set in a ceiling and directed downward

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The burnished silver leaf metal pendants by Aerin for Visual Comfort provide gentle downlight, tie to the stools, and don’t stand out. — BostonGlobe.com, 2 Apr. 2021 Another common mistake is relying too heavily on ceiling downlights. — Natasha Bazika, Martha Stewart, 14 June 2026 Philips also has other options including a downlight 5/6-inch light, smart LED bar lights, and decorative light strips. — Marc Saltzman, USA TODAY, 25 Apr. 2020 The downlight in this edition now offers a choice of 15 colors, each with its own brightness control, and the housing is offered in Space Grey or Solar Gold. — Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of downlight was in 1949

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downless
downlight
downline
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“Downlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downlight. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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