Highlighter: meaning, definitions and examples

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highlighter

[ ˈhaɪˌlaɪ.tər ]

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stationery

A marker pen with a narrow tip, used for highlighting important sections of text.

Synonyms

fluorescent pen, marker, text marker

Examples of usage

She used a yellow highlighter to mark the key points in the document.
The students were advised to bring a highlighter to the exam.

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makeup

A cosmetic product used to emphasize or brighten specific areas of the face, such as the cheekbones or brow bones.

Synonyms

illuminator, luminizer, shimmer powder

Examples of usage

She applied a highlighter to her cheekbones for a glowing look.
The makeup artist used a highlighter to create a dewy finish.

Translations

Translations of the word "highlighter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marcador

🇮🇳 हाइलाइटर

🇩🇪 Textmarker

🇮🇩 penyorot

🇺🇦 маркер

🇵🇱 zakreślacz

🇯🇵 蛍光ペン (keikoupen)

🇫🇷 surligneur

🇪🇸 resaltador

🇹🇷 vurgulayıcı

🇰🇷 형광펜 (hyeonggwangpen)

🇸🇦 قلم تمييز

🇨🇿 zvýrazňovač

🇸🇰 zvýrazňovač

🇨🇳 荧光笔 (yíngguāngbǐ)

🇸🇮 označevalnik

🇮🇸 merkjari

🇰🇿 маркер

🇬🇪 მარკერი

🇦🇿 işarələyici

🇲🇽 resaltador

Word origin

The term 'highlighter' originated in the mid-20th century and was initially used to refer to a marker pen with a fluorescent ink that could be used to mark important information in textbooks and documents. Over time, the term expanded to include cosmetic products that add luminosity or brightness to specific areas of the face. The popularity of highlighters in both stationery and makeup contexts has made them a staple in many people's daily routines.