Alights Word Meaning

Etymology:

Old English ālīhtan, from ā- (as an intensifier) + līhtan ‘descend’ (see light)

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

descend from a train, bus, or other form of transport

Short Definition:

descend from train or other form of transport

Examples:

• he was the only passenger to alight from the train
• visitors should alight at the Fort Road stop
• the conductor alights to push the cable car completely around