1871. Figaro, 15 April. ‘A Lay of a Chelsea Bus.’ And still the
light seemed ill at ease, And knocked his fists upon his knees.
Ibid. ‘Another’ was a shining light; His tie was limp, and once was
white.
3. in. pl. (pugilistic).—The eyes. Also daylights (q.v.) and top-lights
(q.v.).
1820. J. H. Reynolds (‘P. Corcoran’), The Fancy, 72. She knew a
smart blow, from a handsome giver Could darken lights.