Alight1. (v. i.) To spring down, get down, or descend, as from on horseback or from a carriage; to dismount.
2. (v. i.) To descend and settle, lodge, rest, or stop; as, a flying bird alights on a tree; snow alights on a roof.
3. (v. i.) To come or chance (upon).
4. (a.) Lighted; lighted up; in a flame.
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