noun, verb ·2 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A projector of a bright beam of light for use in theatres and studios; a flood
2. 2
   light that is a source of artificial illumination having a broad beam; used in photography wordnet
3. 3
   Powerful artificial illumination with a broad beam, especially in a series of units on pylons used to illuminate a sports ground. in-plural

Verb

1. 1
   To enlighten or illuminate with floodlight(s). transitive
2. 2
   illuminate with floodlights wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

floodarcarc lightbeaconbrightenbrighten up

Etymology

From flood + light.

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