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Added 9 October 2026

floodlight

noun

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A projector of a bright beam of light for use in theatres and studios; a flood
The floodlights bathed her in a pool of light.
Powerful artificial illumination with a broad beam, especially in a series of units on pylons used to illuminate a sports ground.

verb

To enlighten or illuminate with floodlight(s).

Origin

From flood + light.

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