highlighting

[hahy-lahy-ting]

noun

1. a hair dyeing technique in which dye is applied to parts of the hair for a naturally lighter and contrasting appearance.

2. a makeup application style in which a cosmetic powder or cream is applied to the face in places where light would naturally hit, as the cheeks, forehead, chin, and center of the nose, to create a glowing effect.

Word History and Origins

Origin of highlighting¹

First recorded in 1955–60; highlight ( def. ) + -ing ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

At its investor day, Chevron did an effective job of highlighting the resilience of the portfolio amid those lower prices, Jayaram said.

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While Delta’s main cabin revenue fell 5% for the June quarter compared to a year ago, premium ticket sales rose 5%, highlighting the divide between affluent customers and those forced to be more economical.

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Now, a coalition of students, academics and alumni are highlighting a growing buzzword: “career funneling”—and debating its merits.

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Foreclosure filings shot up nearly 20% in October from a year ago, highlighting a growing pocket of distress in the housing market.

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The German insurer’s print is encouraging enough, analysts write, highlighting its decent top line and flow pickups in its property-and-casualty business and in its asset-management segment.

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