limelight

¹lime·light

noun \-ˌlīt\

Definition of LIMELIGHT

1

a : a stage lighting instrument producing illumination by means of an oxyhydrogen flame directed on a cylinder of lime and usually equipped with a lens to concentrate the light in a beam b : the white light produced by such an instrument c British : spotlight

2

: the center of public attention

Examples of LIMELIGHT

1. <an actress who discovered that the limelight was not such a glowing experience when her privacy was invaded>

First Known Use of LIMELIGHT

1826

Related to LIMELIGHT

Synonyms: catbird seat, center stage, spotlight, top billing

Related Words: front burner; attention, heed, notice

Near Antonyms: back burner

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