Meaning of the word streetlight in English

What does streetlight mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

streetlight

US /ˈstriːt.laɪt/
UK /ˈstriːt.laɪt/

Noun

a lamp on a pole beside a street or road, used to light it at night

Example:
The old streetlight flickered before going out completely.
Under the glow of the streetlight, the street looked peaceful.