warmshine

noun
UK /ˈwɔːmʃaɪn/
US /ˈwɔːrmʃaɪn/

Warmshine is the cozy, happy feeling of warmth and light that makes you feel safe and cheerful.

The kitten curled up in a patch of warmshine on the windowsill and fell asleep.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A soft, gentle light that feels warm rather than bright.

A little warmshine slipped through the curtains and touched her face.

3. A cheerful, friendly mood that spreads to other people.

Grandpa's warmshine made everyone at the table laugh.

4. The pleasant heat you feel from the sun on a cool day.

We sat on the porch and soaked up the warmshine after the rain.