NYT Dictionary

TAILLIGHT

NounTAIL-lighttail-light · 2 syllablesGrade 4

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2023, 2025

Meaning

One of a pair of red lights mounted on the rear of a vehicle, so it can be seen from the rear at night.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From tail + light.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

rear lighttaillamp

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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