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- See:
- light
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phrase |
| definition 1: |
to suddenly become brightly illuminated.
The child liked to watch the numbers light up as the elevator moved from floor to floor.The forest lit up in the flames of the fire. |
| definition 2: |
to cause (something) to become full of light in one sudden burst.
The fireworks lit up the sky.They're going to light up the big Christmas tree tonight. |
| definition 3: |
to cause (something) to burn, or to cause burning in (something).
They went outside and lit up their cigarettes.The old man lit up his pipe. |
| definition 4: |
to make (something) appear bright.
The yellow walls really light up this room. |
| definition 5: |
to become radiant, as with joy or interest.
The children's faces lit up when they saw the puppy.Her eyes lit up when her boss brought up the subject of promotion. |
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