Definitions

1. verb

to get off a vehicle, especially a horse, and usually to the ground

“She alighted from her horse and approached the stranger.”

2. verb

to come to rest or settle on something, such as a surface

“The bird alighted on the windowsill.”

3. verb

to ignite or catch fire, often suddenly

“The dry leaves alighted after the match was struck.”

4. verb

to get off, especially a train, and usually to the platform or a station

“The passengers alighted at the next stop.”

5. noun

a light or lights, especially on a vehicle or aircraft

“The aircraft had its alight flashing.”

6. noun

a person who alights, especially a person who gets off a vehicle

“The alight from the bus was jostling for space.”