klieg light

English

Etymology

From John H. Kliegl and Anton T. Kliegl, its inventors.

Noun

klieg light (plural klieg lights)

1. An intense carbon arc lamp used in cinematography
   • 2024, Linda Feldmann and Francine Kiefer, Is Kamala Harris ready to step up?, in: The Christian Science Monitor, July 9 2024

     And with the klieg lights suddenly on her every move, Ms. Harris has an opportunity to reintroduce herself to the American public after a rough start as vice president.

Related terms

• klieg eyes