Definitions

1. noun

A unit of measurement for the intensity of light, equal to one lumen per square foot.

“The interior designer calculated the lighting requirements in terms of footcandles for the new office space.”

2. noun

A unit of measurement for the amount of light that falls on a surface, typically used to describe the brightness of a room.

“The architect specified that the living room should receive a minimum of 10 footcandles for comfortable lighting.”