definition of
spotlight

[1] #1 spotlight n. [limelight, 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". wn

[2] #2 spotlight v. [foreground, highlight, play up] move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent; "The introduction highlighted the speaker's distinguished career in linguistics". wn

[3] #3 spotlight n. [spot] a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer. wn

[4] #4 spotlight v. illuminate with a spotlight, as in the theater. wn