neon
Pronunciation: [niːɒn]
Word
Context: "elements"
(noun) Neon is a gas that is colorless and doesn’t have a smell. It's often used in signs because it glows bright when electricity passes through it. Imagine a glowing sign outside a store.
Example
The neon sign lit up the entire street at night.
Example
The room was dark and had no neon lights, making it feel dull.
Example
What makes the neon gas glow so brightly in the signs?
Context: "signage"
(noun) Neon refers to bright, colorful signs made from glass tubes filled with the gas neon. These signs are popular in places like restaurants and bars.
Example
The restaurant’s neon sign attracted many customers.
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Without the neon signs, the city looked much less exciting at night.
Example
How many neon signs have you seen in this city?
Context: "colors"
(adjective) Neon describes very bright colors that seem to glow. These colors are often used in clothes, art, and decorations to stand out.
Example
Her neon pink shirt made her easy to see in the crowd.
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The pastel colors looked nice, but they were not as vibrant as the neon colors.
Example
Do you think neon colors are more fun than regular colors?
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