sunshine /ˈsʌnʃaɪn/noun 9adjective 1forms 1phrases 3 noun9 •the warm bright light that comes down from the sky on a clear dayWe were warmed by the bright sunshine. •A location on which the sun's rays fall.We moved out of the shade and into the sunshine. •The effect which the sun has when it lights and warms some place. •(figurative) Geniality or cheerfulness.I enjoyed the sunshine of her smile. •(figurative) A source of cheerfulness or joy.You are the sunshine of my life / That's why I'll always be around / You are the apple of my eye / Forever you'll stay in my heart — 1972 •(UK, Ireland) A friendly form of address often reserved for juniors.Alright, sunshine, safe to cross now. •(humorous) Used to address someone who has just woken up or is very sleepy.Good morning, sunshine! •(UK, Ireland) An ironic form of address directed toward someone perceived as inferior or troublesome.OK, sunshine, listen up and listen good. There's five vandalised telephone boxes out there and I know you're responsible. •(slang) Ellipsis of orange sunshine. adjective1 •(US) Open to and permitting public access, especially with regard to activities that were previously closed-door or back-room meetings.Because of the sunshine law, we could go to the planning meeting. formssunshines Phrases with sunshine bask in the sunshineTo enjoy or revel in a glorious moment. sunshine and rainbowsHappy, positive things, sometimes with a connotation of unrealistic expectations. walk on sunshineTo be extremely happy.
