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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
First Known Use: 1898

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>

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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