1. (

• limelight ,
• spotlight ,
• glare ,
• public_eye

) a focus of public attention; "he enjoyed being in the limelight"; "when Congress investigates it brings the full glare of publicity to the agency" ;

2. (

• limelight ,
• calcium_light

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