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

Cerebras filed for an IPO, highlighting its unique Wafer-Scale Engine chip that integrates AI computing cores and memory.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

Wolfenden added the problem was three or four times as bad in less affluent areas, highlighting east and south east London, Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham as particular problem areas for drive-offs.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

The Best Friends group released a report in 2024 highlighting poor conditions at the shelter and criticizing the leadership of the Animal Services Department, including former general manager Staycee Dains.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

STOCKHOLM—Autoliv ALV 1.99%increase; green up pointing triangle backed full-year guidance despite highlighting the difficulty in fully assessing the impact of evolving geopolitical challenges.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

I walk to the closest barrel next to an empty pod, its orange flashing button highlighting Fu, Jie Ru over and over.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera