Searchlight
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɜːtʃˌlaɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Searchlight is a noun meaning A light source that projects a bright beam of light in any direction, generally for military use.
Meaning
A light source that projects a bright beam of light in any direction, generally for military use.
More Meanings
- The light from the above source.
- (transitive) To scan or sweep across like a searchlight.
Example Sentences
A dozen air corps of fireflies searchlighted the spot for an instant.
Word Forms
- searchlights
- searchlighting
- searchlighted
- searchlit
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include flashlight, lamp, ray, spotlight, reflector, glow.
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