LEARNit Dictionary

light

noun
A1
1
A1
the energy from the sun, a lamp, etc. that makes it possible to see things
نور, روشنایی
see also fill light, first light, half-light
2
A1
a particular type of light with its own colour or qualities
نور, رنگ نور, کیفیت نور, نوع خاصی از نور, نور رنگی, نور ویژه
A cold, grey light crept under the curtains.
It glowed and gave off a white light.
see also black light, Northern Lights
3
A1
a thing that produces light, especially an electric light
چراغ, لامپ, فانوس, شمع, مشعل
to turn/switch the lights on/off
to turn out the light(s)
to turn down/dim the lights
the lights fade/flicker
The lights dimmed and the film began.
Suddenly all the lights went out.
It was an hour before the lights came on again.
A light flashed in the distance.
A bright light shone in his eyes.
ceiling/wall lights
The city twinkled with Christmas lights.
A police car went by with flashing lights.
Keep going—the lights are green.
Check your car before you drive to make sure that your lights are working.
He was cycling at night without lights.
She felt along the wall and found the light switch.
see also backup light, brake light, city lights, fairy lights, festival of lights, green light, hazard lights, headlight, key light, leading light, red light, stop light, street light, tail light, traffic light, tube light, Very light
4
an expression in somebody’s eyes that shows what they are thinking or feeling
بارقه, درخشش, تلألو, جلوه
There was a soft light in her eyes as she looked at him.
5
light colours in a picture, which contrast with darker ones
نور روشن, هایلایت
Examine the artist's use of light and shade.
contrasting areas of light and dark
6
a match or device with which you can light a cigarette
فندک, کبریت
(British English)Have you got a light?
(North American English, British English)Do you have a light?
Could you give me a light?
7
a window or an opening to allow light in
نورگیر, روزن, روزنه, پنجره, دریچه
leaded lights
see also skylight
adjective
A1
1
A1
pale in colour
کمرنگ, کم‌رنگ
opposite dark
2
A2
full of light; having the natural light of day
روشن, پرنور, نورانی, درخشان, تابان
We'll leave in the morning as soon as it's light.
It gets light at about 5 o'clock.
Let's go now while it's still light.
It was a light spacious apartment at the top of the building.
opposite dark
3
A2
easy to lift or move; not weighing very much
سبک, کم وزن
The device is light and portable.
Carry this bag—it's the lightest.
Hydrogen gas is lighter than air.
The little girl was as light as a feather.
The tent is light enough for backpacking and touring.
opposite heavy
4
A2
of less than average or usual weight
سبک, سبک وزن, کم وزن
light summer clothes
Only light vehicles are allowed over the old bridge.
opposite heavy
5
used with a unit of weight to say that something weighs less than it should do
کم‌وزن, کم وزن
The delivery of potatoes was several kilos light.
6
A2
gentle and without weight; not using much force
ملایم, لطیف, سبک, خفیف
She felt a light tap on her shoulder.
the sound of quick light footsteps
You only need to apply light pressure.
As a boxer, he was always light on his feet.
opposite heavy
7
B1
easy to do; not making you tired
آسان, راحت, ساده, بی‌دردسر, بی‌زحمت
After his accident he was moved to lighter work.
some light housework
Her duties are relatively light.
You are probably well enough to take a little light exercise.
8
B1
not great in amount, degree, etc.
کم, اندک, ناچیز, جزئی
Traffic was light.
Light rain is forecast.
Civilian casualties were comparatively light.
Trading on the stock exchange was light today.
Apply a light coating of cooking oil.
opposite heavy
9
B2
fun rather than serious and not needing much mental effort
سبک, سرگرم‌کننده, غیرجدی
light reading for the beach
This is not something you'd watch for light entertainment.
light music/opera
We were just making light conversation.
Her novels are light, but very well written.
We all needed a little light relief at the end of a long day .
10
B2
not serious
غیرجدی, سطحی, بی‌اهمیت, بدون تعمق, پیش‌پاافتاده, ناچیز
She kept her tone light.
This programme looks at the lighter side of politics.
The job does have its lighter moments.
Let’s talk about lighter things, shall we?
On a lighter note, we end the news today with a story about a duck called Quackers.
11
not severe
ملایم, خفیف
He was convicted of assaulting a police officer but he got off with a light sentence.
The punishment can be remarkably light.
12
B1
small in quantity
کم, اندک, جزئی, قلیل, ناچیز
a light meal/supper/snack/breakfast
Light refreshments will be provided.
I just want something light for lunch.
opposite heavy
13
not containing much fat, sugar or other rich ingredients and therefore easy to digest
سبک, کم چرب, کم کالری, قابل‌هضم
Stick to a light diet.
a deliciously light alternative to cake
see also lite
14
containing a lot of air
پوک, پفکی, متخلخل
This pastry is so light.
15
low in alcohol
کم‌الکل
a light beer
16
containing a lot of water
آبکی
I don't like my coffee too light.
I think I’ll have a light tea.
opposite strong
17
carrying only light weapons
جنگ‌افزار سبک
the light infantry/cavalry
opposite heavy(12)
18
a person in a light sleep is easy to wake
سبک, سطحی
She drifted into a light sleep.
I've always been a light sleeper.
opposite deep
19
free from worry; cheerful
شاد, خوشحال, بی‌خیال, سرزنده, بشاش, خرم
I left the island with a light heart.
verb
A2
1
A2
to make something start to burn
روشن کردن, آتش زدن, افروختن, برافروختن
2
A2
to start to burn
افروختن, آتش زدن, مشتعل کردن, شعلور کردن, بر افروختن
The fire wouldn't light.
3
B1
to give light to something or to a place
روشن کردن, نور دادن, تاباندن, نورانی کردن
At night the hall was lit by candles.
a dimly lit street
a brightly lit room
They use lanterns to light the room.
the lighted windows of the house
4
to guide somebody with a light
راهنمایی کردن با نور, با نور راه نشان دادن, همراهی کردن با چراغ
Our way was lit by a full moon.