Meaning Of The Word Alight

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What's The Definition Of Alight?

alight
If someone's eyes are alight or if their face is alight, the expression in their eyes or on their face shows that they are feeling a strong emotion such as excitement or happiness.
If something is alight, it is burning.
verb: If a bird or insect alights somewhere, it lands there.
verb: If someone alights on something, they suddenly see it, think of it, or take an interest in it.
verb: When you alight from a train, bus, or other vehicle, you get out of it after a journey.

alight in American English 1
to get down or off; dismount
intransitive verb: to dismount from a horse, descend from a vehicle, etc

alight in American English 2
lighted; burning
provided with light; lighted up

alight in British English 1
verb: to step out (of) or get down (from)

alight in British English 2
burning; on fire

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