Pronunciation: /ˈhʌɪlʌɪt/
noun
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1an outstanding part of an event or period of time: he views that season as the highlight of his career
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(highlights) the best parts of a sporting or other event edited for broadcasting or recording: Gary Lineker presents the highlights of today’s semi-final
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2a bright or reflective area in a painting, picture, or design.
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(usually highlights) a bright tint in the hair, especially one created artificially by bleaching or dyeing.
verb (highlights, highlighting, highlighted)
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1draw special attention to: the issues highlighted by the report
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make visually prominent: a vast backdrop with the colourful logo highlighted with lasers
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mark with a highlighter: a photocopy with sections highlighted in green
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2create highlights in (hair): I’ve had my hair highlighted regularly for the last ten years