noun
luminous body; shining object
Refers to celestial or atmospheric phenomena that emit light, such as shooting stars or fireballs.
流れ星のような光り物が夜空を横切った。
A luminous body like a shooting star crossed the night sky.
noun
Used for metals with a bright, reflective surface, such as polished silver or stainless steel.
このアクセサリーは光り物でできている。
This accessory is made of bright metal.
noun
silvery fish; shiny fish
Typically refers to small pelagic fish with a silver-blue sheen, such as sardines, mackerel, or saury. Common in culinary contexts.
光り物は鮮度が落ちやすいので、早めに調理してください。
Silvery fish lose freshness quickly, so please cook them soon.
noun
bright card; 20-point card
In hanafuda, a card worth 20 points, often featuring a bright or light motif. Also called 'bright' or 'light'.
花札では、光り物を集めると高得点になる。
In hanafuda, collecting bright cards yields a high score.