spotlight

Meanings

1. A bright, directional light or lamp, especially one used to illuminate the focus or center of attention on a stage.
2. The circle of light shed by a spotlight.
3. The center of attention; the highlight or most important part.
4. A showcase.

1. To illuminate with a spotlight.
2. To draw attention to.
3. Synonym of jacklight (“to use a spotlight in hunting animals”).

Etymology

From spot + light.