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Meaning of spotlight

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

spotlight

noun

Definitions

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

  2. The circle of light shed by a spotlight.

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

    Example: Some people enjoy the spotlight.

verb

Definitions

  1. To illuminate with a spotlight.

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

  2. To draw attention to.

    Example: The news series served to spotlight corruption.