Associations to the word «Limelight»
Adverb
Wiktionary
LIMELIGHT, noun. A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.
LIMELIGHT, noun. (by extension) Attention, notice, a starring or central role, present fame.
Dictionary definition
LIMELIGHT, noun. A focus of public attention; "he enjoyed being in the limelight"; "when Congress investigates it brings the full glare of publicity to the agency".
LIMELIGHT, 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.
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