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Neon
Definition
a chemical element with the symbol Ne and atomic number 10, a rare gas that is found in the atmosphere and used in electric signs
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Common collocations
- neon sign
- neon lights
- neon glow
- neon colors
- neon green
- neon pink
- neon art
- neon tube
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Usage note
Neon refers to a noble gas that emits a distinctive reddish-orange light when an electric current passes through it. It is also commonly used to describe bright, vivid colors reminiscent of neon lighting.
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Example sentences
- The neon light in the sign was so bright it was hard to look at.
- The gas inside the neon tube glowed a bright red.
- The neon sign attracted a lot of attention.
- The neon lights lit up the street.
- The neon colors of the painting were very vibrant.
Quotes
'When I was growing up, we used to play a lot of street football and just pick up games. I think I would have been good in a neon cleat kind of game.' - Tim Brown
'The neon lights are pretty, but I prefer the warmth of natural light.' - Carly Rae Jepsen
'The night is a machine, a luminous train, a dragonfly, and tonight I'm riding it, sweating and steaming in neon, like a crazy yo-yo with a string of light.' - Roberto Bolaño