word
Limelight
LY-mlyt
/ˈlaɪˌmlaɪt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
limelight
Dictionary meaning
A lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light.
Examples
- They enjoyed being in the limelight.
Synonyms: calcium light
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