warlight means the light produced by acts of war, such as exploding bombs. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 91 out of 100.
Etymology
From war + light.
noun
- The light produced by acts of war, such as exploding bombs.“Methinks I see their sabers as they flashed in battle's sun, I seem to see the warlight fall on bayonet and gun; Before the farm-house gate I stand and listen for their tread, Forgetting that the mighty camps are guarded by the dead;”
- A gleam in the eyes that reflects a fighting spirit.“They saw the warlight gleaming in his eyes as he looked round the ting.”