limelight

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   The intense white light produced when heating lime in an oxyhydrogen flame.
2. 2
   A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.
3. 3
   Attention, notice, a starring or central role, present fame; spotlight.

Verb

1. 1
   to illuminate with limelight