Dictionary

A visible, narrow, and intense (relative to ambient light) ray of sunlight.

An item of cutlery or crockery laid out on a table, but not used, and which can be returned to the drawer without being washed.

Any of various lycaenid butterflies of the genus Curetis.

Any hummingbird of the genus Aglaeactis.

The direct rays, light or warmth of the sun.

Example: We were warmed by the bright sunshine.

A location on which the sun's rays fall.

Example: We moved out of the shade and into the sunshine.

Geniality or cheerfulness.

Example: I enjoyed the sunshine of her smile.

A source of cheerfulness or joy.