limelight

A focus of public attention.

An early type of stage light in which lime was heated to incandescence producing brilliant illumination.

The brilliant white light so produced.

Same as calcium light (which see, under calcium).

That part of the stage upon which the limelight is cast, usually where the most important action is progressing or where the leading player or players are placed and upon which the attention of the spectators is therefore concentrated.

An intense light produced by heating lime. See Calcium light under calcium.

A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.

Attention, notice, a starring or central role, present fame.

a lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light; formerly used for stage lighting