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to alight
01
to settle or land on a surface, often referring to a bird or insect
Example
Bees buzzed around the garden, alighting on flowers to collect pollen for their hive.
As the sun set, fireflies began to alight on the branches, filling the forest with their gentle glow.
The hummingbird paused for a moment to alight on the feeder, sipping nectar before darting off again.
02
to get off or out of a vehicle or conveyance, especially after a journey
Example
She alighted gracefully from the carriage.
They alighted from the bus at the next stop.
He alighted from the taxi and paid the driver.
Example
Bees buzzed around the garden, alighting on flowers to collect pollen for their hive.
As the sun set, fireflies began to alight on the branches, filling the forest with their gentle glow.
The hummingbird paused for a moment to alight on the feeder, sipping nectar before darting off again.
With a soft rustle of wings, the owl alighted on the tree branch, its keen eyes scanning the forest floor for prey.
A butterfly alighted on the petals of the rose, its delicate wings shimmering in the sunlight.
