Definition of Limelight

1. Noun. A focus of public attention. "When Congress investigates it brings the full glare of publicity to the agency"

Exact synonyms: Glare, Public Eye, Spotlight
Generic synonyms: Prominence
Derivative terms: Spotlight

2. Noun. A lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light; formerly used for stage lighting.
Exact synonyms: Calcium Light
Generic synonyms: Lamp
Group relationships: Theater Light

Definition of Limelight

1. n. That part of the stage upon which the limelight as cast, usually where the most important action is progressing or where the leading player or players are placed and upon which the attention of the spectators is therefore concentrated. Hence, consspicuous position before the public; as, politicians who are never happy except in the limelight.

Definition of Limelight

1. [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Limelight

limbus striatus
limby
limb bud
limb lead
limb myokymia
limb of helix
lime
lime
limeade
limeades
limed
Limeira
limekiln
limekilns
limeless
limelight (current term)
limelighted
limelighting
limelights
limelit
limen
limen
Limenitis
Limenitis archippus
Limenitis arthemis
Limenitis astyanax
Limenitis camilla
limens
limen insulae
limen nasi

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