highlighting

American  

[hahy-lahy-ting] / ˈhaɪˌlaɪ tɪŋ /

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.

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Etymology

Origin of highlighting

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

Example Sentences

Yields also failed quickly after breaking above a double-bottom pivot in January 2025, highlighting that zone’s importance as longer-term resistance.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

To publicize the new memorial, North Korea’s state broadcaster aired a 90-minute special featuring Kim’s visit last month and highlighting the contents.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Treating old stem cells with the lysosomal inhibitor increased their blood-forming ability in living animals by more than eightfold, highlighting the powerful regenerative effects of correcting lysosomal dysfunction.

From Science Daily • May 12, 2026

The ratio of Hollywood to Nollywood productions on those screens has shifted from 62-38% to 47-53% over that same period — highlighting the demand for local stories.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

By now it was dark, and the streetlights were like spotlights highlighting fire hydrants, and kids out after curfew.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds