Floodlight ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Floodlight ( noun )

1. A powerful light used to illuminate a large area, especially a sports ground or outdoor stage.
2. A system of such lights.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from flood (in the sense "a large quantity of light") + light.

Examples:

1. The stadium was lit up by floodlights.
2. The floodlight illuminated the entire field.
3. The concert was held under the floodlights.
4. The floodlight system was upgraded for the game.
5. He was playing under the floodlights.

(As a verb)

Floodlight ( verb )

1. A powerful light used to illuminate a large area, especially a sports ground or outdoor stage.
2. A system of such lights.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from flood (in the sense "a large quantity of light") + light.

Examples:

1. The stadium was lit up by floodlights.
2. The floodlight illuminated the entire field.
3. The concert was held under the floodlights.
4. The floodlight system was upgraded for the game.
5. He was playing under the floodlights.