Daylighted

/ˈdeɪˌlaɪtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Exposed to or lit by natural daylight; having daylight introduced into a previously dark or enclosed space.

Etymology

Past participle of 'daylight' used as a verb, meaning to open something to natural light. Common in urban planning when streams or features are 'daylighted' after being buried.

Kelly Says

Cities around the world are now 'daylighting' buried rivers and streams that were covered during industrial expansion—when the water and sky return, they transform concrete wastelands into green public spaces.

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