occulting

[əˈkʌltɪŋ]

occulting Definition

(of a lighthouse) giving flashes of light that are interrupted at regular intervals, used as a navigational aid..

Using occulting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "occulting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The lighthouse has an occulting light that flashes every 10 seconds.

  • Example

    The sailors relied on the occulting light to navigate through the foggy waters.

occulting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for occulting

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Summary: occulting in Brief

The term 'occulting' [əˈkʌltɪŋ] describes a type of lighthouse light that gives flashes of light that are interrupted at regular intervals. It is used as a navigational aid in foggy waters and other low visibility conditions.