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floodlight
[fluhd-lahyt]
noun
an artificial light so directed or diffused as to give a comparatively uniform illumination over a rather large given area.
a lamp or projector that produces such a light.
verb (used with object)
to light up or illuminate with a floodlight.
floodlight
/ ˈڱʌˌɪ /
noun
a broad intense beam of artificial light, esp as used in the theatre or to illuminate the exterior of buildings
the lamp or source producing such light
verb
(tr) to illuminate by or as if by a floodlight
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of floodlight1
Example Sentences
The Indian Premier League match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals began as planned in Dharamsala on Thursday, but was called off after 10.1 overs after the floodlights went out.
Villa are desperate for more more big European nights under the floodlights after memorable wins over the likes of Bayern Munich, Bologna and Celtic.
Even as more professional rescue and military teams arrive and floodlights are erected, there seems little chance of finding many survivors.
Certain sessions ran into early evening, meaning training under portable floodlights.
At one point on Saturday, there were fears the floodlights would not be needed.
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