Definition of "lightning"

Kid-friendly meaning of lightning, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "lightning" mean?

lightning (noun) — a sudden bright flash of electricity in the sky.

Part of speechNoun Syllables2 (light·ning)

Example sentences using "lightning"

Grade K–2
Lightning is bright.
Grade 3–5
Lightning lit up the whole field for a second before disappearing into darkness.
Grade 6–8
A single bolt of lightning carries about a billion volts of electricity and heats the air it passes through to nearly five times the surface temperature of the Sun.

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