Definitions

1. noun

a sudden bright flash of light produced by an electric discharge in the atmosphere, typically caused by a lightning stroke.

“The thunderstorm brought a loud clap of thunder and a flash of lightning.”

2. noun

a sudden and powerful force or change, especially one that is unpleasant or unwelcome.

“The news of the company’s bankruptcy was a bolt of lightning that shocked everyone.”

3. verb

to strike or cause to strike with lightning, typically in a sudden and violent manner.

“The plane was struck by lightning and had to make an emergency landing.”