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limelight meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of limelight at MeaningMonkey.org. limelight meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.LIMELIGHT noun
Definition of 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"
- synonyms: glare, public eye, spotlight
- a lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light; formerly used for stage lighting
- synonyms: calcium light
Source: Princeton University Wordnet