Light up
/ˈlaɪt ʌp/A2
Beginner
1. To illuminate or cause a space or object to become brighter.
- The stage lights up as the band begins to play.
- Please light up the fireplace to make the room cozier.
2. To make someone look happy or excited, often by one’s expression changing to show pleasure or joy.
- Her face lights up when she talks about her dog.
- He lights up whenever he hears his favorite song.
3. To ignite or start something burning, especially a cigarette or a cigar.
- He decided to light up a cigarette during his break.
- It's common to see people light up cigars at celebrations.
4. To decorate with lights for celebration, often used in the context of festivals and holidays.
- They light up the entire street for the winter festival.
- The city square was lit up with colorful lights for Christmas.
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