floodlight
Translation
floodlight
Examples
The stadium was lit by powerful floodlights.
The stadium was lit by powerful floodlights.
Grammar Patterns
((a floodlight)) a large, powerful light, used for lighting sports grounds, etc. The stadium was lit by powerful floodlights.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spotlight, searchlight
Etymology
A compound of 'flood' and 'light'. It 'floods' an area with light.
Memory Tips
Imagine a football field being 'flooded' with light from large lamps.