1. the practice of hunting or fishing at night using a bright light (such as a flashlight or torch) to attract or stun animals, often illegally
Usage: informal; often considered illegal in many jurisdictions

1. to hunt or fish using a bright light at night to attract or stun prey
Usage: informal; often considered illegal in many jurisdictions

Examples

• Jacklighting deer is illegal in most states without a proper permit.
• The game warden caught poachers jacklighting on the property.
• They were jacklighting for fish in the river when the ranger stopped them.
• Jacklighting has been used for centuries as a hunting technique.
• The bright light used in jacklighting temporarily blinds the animals.
• Local laws strictly prohibit jacklighting during hunting season.