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limelight
'laɪm,laɪt
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English Definition
(名) As a noun
  1. A lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light; formerly used for stage lighting.
  2. A focus of public attention.
Hyphenationlime•light
Part of Speech(名) noun
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风头fēngtóuwind direction; the way the wind blows; fig. trend; direction of events; how things develop (esp. how they affect oneself); public opinion (concerning one's actions); publicity (usually derog.); limelight
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