1904, from spot (n.) + light (n.). Originally a theatrical equipment; figurative sense is attested from 1916. The verb is first recorded 1923.

foreground: move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent; "The introduction highlighted the speaker's distinguished career in linguistics" limelight [..]

Spotlight is the name used for Apple Computer's powerful search feature. Spotlight can be found on Mac OS X desktops and laptops as well as Apple iOS-powered devices like the iPhone, iPad and iPo [..]

A lamp that provides a defined circle of light. Staging Area

A lamp that provides a defined circle of light.

A source of illumination for an extremely illuminated sign; a lamp with a strong focused beam directed toward a sign.

(n) a focus of public attention(n) a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer(v) move into the foreground to make more vi [..]

A fixture designed to light only a small, well-defined area.

Luminaire in which the predominant direction of light distribution can be aimed at any desired point by rotating and tilting; used mainly with track.

A fixture designed to light only a small, well-defined area.

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  A light that emits a cone of illumination. A spotlight is similar to a point light in that it has a position in 3D space, and light radiates from that position. However, the light only affects objec [..]

When a PC is at the center of the action in a given scene, they’re in the spotlight.

A (small) projector giving concentrated light of usually not more than 20° divergence.

A bright, directional light or lamp, especially one used to illuminate the focus or center of attention on a stage. The circle of light shed by a spotlight. The center of attention; the highligh [..]