Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

to see the light of day

idiom
tə siː ðə laɪt əv deɪ
Definition
To become known or to be revealed; to be brought into existence.
Examples
  • After years of research, the groundbreaking study finally saw the light of day.
  • The project was kept under wraps until it was ready to see the light of day.
  • Her novel took a decade to write, but it eventually saw the light of day and became a bestseller.
Meaning
This phrase refers to something that has finally been produced, published, or made public after a process of creation, waiting, or hard work.
Synonyms
  • become known
  • be published
  • be revealed
  • come to light