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Definition of: deadlight
(ded′līt′) noun
1. Naut. a A strong shutter, usually of iron, to protect a cabin window or porthole in stormy weather. b Round thick glass windows in the side or deck of a ship.
2. A skylight that does not open.
3. Scot. A will–o'–the–wisp; ignis fatuus.
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