Skylight
(noun)
A window in a roof or ceiling that provides natural light from the sky.
Origin:
The word 'skylight' has its origin in the early 17th century, coming from the words 'sky' and 'light.' it was first used to describe an opening in a roof that allowed light to enter a building.
Examples:
- The skylight in the kitchen brightens up the room during the day.
- The skylight in the bathroom allows fresh air to circulate.
- The artist was inspired by the natural light streaming through the skylight.
- He climbed up to the roof to clean the skylight.
- The skylight was broken during the storm, causing water damage to the floor below.