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Definitions from WordNet

Noun highlighter has 2 senses
  1. highlighter - a cosmetic used to highlight the eyes or cheekbones
    --1 is a kind of
    cosmetic, cosmetics
    Derived form: verb highlight1
  2. highlighter - a fluorescent marker used to mark important passages in a text
    --2 is a kind of
    marker
    Derived form: verb highlight1

Definitions from the Web

Term: Highlighter

Description:

A highlighter is a type of stationery used to mark important information or sections in a document, book, or notes. It typically comes in the form of a pen or marker with vibrant, fluorescent ink that stands out against the surrounding text.

Senses:

  1. Noun: A stationery item with fluorescent ink used to mark important information.
  2. Verb (transitive): To mark or emphasize certain parts of a document or text using a highlighter.

Usages:

Localized Usage:

In some regions, particularly in Europe, highlighters are also called "text markers."

Popular Usage:

Highlighters are commonly used by students to highlight key points in textbooks or lecture notes.

Examples:

Noun:

  1. I need a yellow highlighter to mark the important equations in my math book.
  2. She passed me her purple highlighter so I could underline the main arguments in the article.

Verb:

  1. Remember to highlight the definitions using a yellow highlighter.
  2. She expertly highlighter the crucial conclusions in her presentation slides.

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