highlight

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈhaɪ.ˌlaɪt/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

An area or a spot in a drawing, painting, or photograph that is strongly illuminated.

2 Definition

An especially significant or interesting detail or event or period of time.

Example Sentences
  • Meeting my future wife was the highlight of my trip to Spain.
3 Definition

A strand or spot of hair dyed a different color than the rest.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make prominent; emphasize.

2 Definition

To be a highlight of.

3 Definition

To mark (important passages of text), e.g. with a fluorescent marker pen or in a wordprocessor, as a means of memory retention or for later reference.

4 Definition

To dye (part of the hair) a different color than the rest.

5 Definition

To seek the attention of (a user) on IRC by mentioning their name in a message, causing that message to appear highlighted on their screen.