First Known Use: 1898
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1neon
noun ne·on \ˈnē-ˌän\
: a type of gas that is used in brightly colored electric signs and lights
Full Definition of NEON
1
: a colorless odorless mostly inert gaseous element that is found in minute amounts in air and is used in electric lamps — see element table
2
a : a discharge lamp in which the gas contains a large proportion of neon b : a sign composed of such lamps c : the illumination provided by such lamps or signs
— ne·oned \-ˌänd\ adjective
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Origin of NEON
Greek, neuter of neos new — more at new
Rhymes with NEON
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2neon
adjective
: using neon
: extremely bright
Full Definition of NEON
1
: of, relating to, or using neon
2
: extremely bright : fluorescent <neon yellow>
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First Known Use of NEON
1904
NEON Defined for Kids
neon
noun ne·on \ˈnē-ˌän\
Definition of NEON for Kids
: a colorless gaseous chemical element found in very small amounts in the air and used in electric lights
Medical Dictionary
neon
noun ne·on \ˈnē-ˌän\
Medical Definition of NEON
: a colorless odorless primarily inert gaseous element found in minute amounts in air and used in electric lamps—symbol Ne; see element table
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