spotlight

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

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

   Some people enjoy the spotlight.

2. 2
   verb

   To illuminate with a spotlight.

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

3. 3
   verb

   To draw attention to.

   The news series served to spotlight corruption.

4. 4
   noun

   a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area

5. 5
   noun

   a focus of public attention

6. 6
   verb

   illuminate with a spotlight, as in the theater

7. 7
   verb

   move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent

8. 8
   noun

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

Etymology

From spot + light.