lighting up

/ˌlaɪtɪŋ ˈʌp/
noun
  1. The act of igniting something, such as a cigarette or pipe.
    • The cafe had a designated area for lighting-up.
    • He paused for a lighting-up before continuing his story.
    • Her lighting-up of the candle signaled the start of the ceremony.
  2. The time in the evening when streetlights or car headlights are turned on.
    • Drivers must switch on their headlights at lighting-up time.
    • The city looks beautiful at lighting-up, just after sunset.
    • We planned to reach the campsite before lighting-up.
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