Limelight
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlaɪm.laɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Limelight is a noun meaning The intense white light produced when heating lime in an oxyhydrogen flame.
Meaning
The intense white light produced when heating lime in an oxyhydrogen flame.
More Meanings
- A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.
- (by extension) Attention, notice, a starring or central role, present fame; spotlight.
- to illuminate with limelight
Example Sentences
The announcement marks a significant moment of triumph for the singer, whose departure from the limelight coincided with a health battle […]
Remember Rappin' Duke? Duh-ha, duh-ha You never thought that hip-hop would take it this far Now I'm in the limelight 'cause I rhyme tight Time to get paid, blow up like the World Trade
Word Forms
- limelights
- limelighting
- limelighted
- limelit
Synonyms for limelight
Depending on context, synonyms include spotlight.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spotlight, foreground, focus, light, profile, heading.
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