starlight
UK: ˈstɑːlaɪt | US: ˈstɑːrlaɪt
n. the light emitted by stars
n. a poetic or literary term for the radiance of stars
The word "starlight" is a straightforward compound of "star" (from Old English steorra, meaning a luminous celestial body) and "light" (from Old English lēoht, meaning brightness or illumination). The combination reflects the literal meaning of light emanating from stars. This compound structure is common in English, where two nouns merge to describe a unified concept. The word has retained its poetic and scientific usage since its formation.
The starlight guided the sailors through the dark night.
She gazed at the starlight, lost in thought.
The telescope captured the faint starlight from distant galaxies.
The poem described the starlight as a bridge between dreams and reality.
In the countryside, the starlight is much clearer due to less pollution.