ALIGHTING Meaning and
Definition
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Alighting is a verb that refers to the act of disembarking, descending, or getting off a vehicle or transportation mode, typically a means of transport such as a bus, train, or airplane. It describes the action of stepping down from a vehicle or coming to a stop upon reaching a destination.
In a literal sense, alighting suggests the moment when someone intentionally or naturally jumps down or steps out of a moving or stationary vehicle, typically with the intention of getting onto solid ground. It implies a deliberate action of dismounting a mode of transportation and signals the completion of a journey.
Figuratively, alighting can also describe the act of settling down or finding a temporary or permanent dwelling place. In this context, it may refer to birds or other creatures landing or descending onto a specific location, such as a tree branch or a patch of land.
The term alighting often carries a sense of purposeful and intentional movement from one place to another, emphasizing the transition from being in transit to being stationary or grounded. It conveys the notion of arriving at a specific destination or finding a suitable resting spot after a period of travel or movement.
Common Misspellings for ALIGHTING
Etymology of ALIGHTING
The word "alighting" originates from the Middle English term "aliȝten", derived from the Old English word "ālīhtan". This Old English word is a combination of two elements: "ā" meaning "down" and "līhtan" meaning "to make light or descend". Over time, the term evolved into "alighten" and eventually into its modern form, "alighting". The word essentially refers to the action of descending or landing, especially in the context of getting off a vehicle or perching on a surface.
Conjugate verb Alighting
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