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Detailed Synonyms for limelight in English

limelight:

limelight [the ~] nom

  1. the 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 1
    the limelight; the 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 1
  2. the limelight
    – a focus of public attention 1
    the spotlight; the glare; the limelight; the public eye
    – a focus of public attention 1
    • spotlight [the ~] nom
    • glare [the ~] nom
      • when Congress investigates it brings the full glare of publicity to the agency1
    • limelight [the ~] nom
      • he enjoyed being in the limelight1
    • public eye [the ~] nom

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Related Definitions for "limelight":

  1. a lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light; formerly used for stage lighting1
  2. a focus of public attention1
    • he enjoyed being in the limelight1