1. Plural of jacklight; a bright portable light (typically mounted on a vehicle or held by hand) used to hunt or fish at night by attracting or blinding game or fish.
Usage: Often used in hunting and fishing contexts; Regional, particularly in North America

Examples

• The hunters used jacklights to spot deer along the forest road at night.
• Jacklighting for fish is illegal in many states without a proper permit.
• He mounted jacklights on the front of his truck for night hunting.
• The poachers were caught using jacklights to blind and capture wildlife.
• Jacklights can temporarily disorient animals, making them easier to locate.