Spotlight

noun

Word Frequency: 1.5

Definitions

1.nounA bright, directional light or lamp, especially one used to illuminate the focus or center of attention on a stage.

2.nounThe circle of light shed by a spotlight.

3.nounThe center of attention; the highlight or most important part.

"Some people enjoy the spotlight."

4.verbTo illuminate with a spotlight.

"We spotlight the star, but the supporting cast has all the great lines in this scene."

5.verbTo draw attention to.

"The news series served to spotlight corruption."

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