light show

noun

: a kaleidoscopic display of colored lights, slides, and film loops

Examples of light show in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Last March, Californians were treated to a light show as a piece of debris from the International Space Station burned up in our atmosphere. Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2024 Just as mesmerizing as The Guitar Hotel’s nightly light show but on a smaller scale and indoors, The Oculus serves as the resort’s central hub connecting The Guitar Hotel, Hard Rock Live, shops, and casino. Katie Chang, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2024 When activated a disco light show and dance music begins. Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 21 Feb. 2024 As soon as All-Star Saturday Night festivities are wrapped, turn your eyes to the skies for a light show featuring more than 1,500 drones. Rory Appleton, The Indianapolis Star, 17 Feb. 2024 Connect two speakers at once for an immersive audio experience, allowing the light show and incredible sound system to take the night away. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2024 Fremont Street Experience This pedestrian mall in downtown Las Vegas is an entertainment hub known for its Viva Vision light shows on the world’s largest LED canopy screen, as well as for free concerts, including the Downtown Rocks series. Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 25 Jan. 2024 With a tornado feature, LED light show and bass-boosting sound system, this Bluetooth Speaker is the perfect gift for your teen. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2024 Eight stages, each equipped with surround-sound and LED panels displaying intricate light shows and, create a pulsating sound within the park. By Alex Harris, Ismael Moreira and Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of light show was in 1966

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“Light show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/light%20show. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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