Lighted
/ˈlaɪtɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Illuminated or supplied with light in a legal context, often relating to premises or vehicles to comply with safety regulations.
The defendant’s vehicle was properly lighted according to state law at night.
- (v.) Past tense and past participle of light, used in contexts such as lighting premises or evidence in litigation.
The courtroom was lighted adequately for the evening session.
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Commentary
As an adjective, 'lighted' is frequently used in legal texts concerning compliance with illumination standards; as a verb form, it redirects to 'light' for the substantive definition.
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