Lightening Definition

lightening
noun
  1. descent of the uterus into the pelvic cavity that occurs late in pregnancy; the fetus is said to have dropped
  2. changing to a lighter color

"Lightening" in song lyrics

See how lightening is used in real songs:

  • "I wonder, cause earthquakes bolts of lightening"
    Afu-Ra — Whirlwind Thru Cities
  • "They trapped under bights, now ?? the lightening"
    Ant Banks f/ Bad-N-Fluenz, Otis & Shug — Time Is Tickin'
  • "Hatches a creation after the thunder and lightening"
    Blueprint f/ Illogic — Pain

Usage tips for "lightening"

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