Definitions of limelight [ˈlaɪmˌlaɪt]

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Definition of 'limelight'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) limelight
a position at the center of public attention, observation, or notoriety:
an artist in the limelight.

2. limelight
(formerly) a spotlight unit for the stage, using a flame of mixed gases directed at a cylinder of lime and a special lens to concentrate the light in a strong beam.

3. limelight
the light so produced.

Etymology: (1890–95; < L)

Definition of 'limelight'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) limelight, spotlight, glare, public eye
a focus of public attention
"he enjoyed being in the limelight"; "when Congress investigates it brings the full glare of publicity to the agency"

2. (noun) limelight, calcium light
a lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light; formerly used for stage lighting

Definition of 'limelight'

Kernerman English Learner’s Dictionary

1. (noun) limelight
the limelight
public interest or fame
She stole the limelight with her stunning clothes.

Definitions of 'limelight'

The Nuttall Encyclopedia

1. limelight
a bright light caused by making a stream of two gases, oxygen and nitrogen, play in a state of ignition on a piece of compact quicklime.

'limelight' - Nearby Entries
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