Floodlight

usgb/ˈflʌd.laɪt/
noun

A powerful artificial light used to illuminate a wide area.

The stadium was filled with floodlights for the night game.
Visual representation of "floodlight" - A powerful artificial light used to illuminate a wide area.

Often appears as...

  • outdoor floodlights
  • floodlight setup

Usage tips

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sports floodlight, LED floodlight, security floodlight

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Illumination

Floodlights are often used to brighten large areas.

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The floodlight shows every detail in the dark.
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Security Measure

Using floodlights can deter intruders by making everything visible.

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The floodlight shone brightly across the yard.
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Contextual Clarity

When discussing ideas, saying one needs to 'floodlight' a concept means to explore it thoroughly.

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The report floodlit the issues at hand.
Visual representation of the word "Floodlight"

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