Definition of limelight Limelight
/lajˈmlajˌt/ - [laymlayt] - lime•light
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What does limelight mean?
WordNet
NounPlural: limelights |
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| limelight - a lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light; formerly used for stage lighting | ||
| calcium light | ||
| lamp an artificial source of visible illumination | ||
| limelight - a focus of public attention; "he enjoyed being in the limelight"; "when Congress investigates it brings the full glare of publicity to the agency" | ||
| spotlight, glare, public eye | ||
| prominence relative importance | ||
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Wiktionary 
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limelight
A very bright light obtained by directing an oxyhydrogen flame at a piece of quicklime (calcium oxide). -
limelight
A focus of public attention.
Part of speech
🔤- limelight, noun, singular of limelights.
