01 v. i. To spring down, get down, or descend, as from on horseback or from a carriage; to dismount.
imp. & p. p.
Alighted; p. pr. & vb. n.
Alighting
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1.
To spring down, get down, or descend, as from on horseback or from a carriage; to dismount.
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2.
To descend and settle, lodge, rest, or stop; as, a flying bird alights on a tree; snow alights on a roof.
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3.
To come or chance (upon).[R.]