highlighter

Meanings

• Noun

  A tool used to mark or select parts of text for easier reference or emphasis.

  - "I used a highlighter to mark important sections in my textbook."
  - "The yellow highlighter made the key passages stand out."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with highlighter
lighten , brighten , tighten , sighten , mitten,itten , kitten,itten

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Variants

List of all variants of highlighter that leads to same result
highlighter , highlighters

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'highlighter' comes from the action of making something stand out or 'highlight' in contrast to its surroundings.

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Trivia

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1. The first highlighter pens were invented in the 1960s by Swan Pen Company.

2. Highlighters are not just used for text; they can also be used on maps, blueprints, and other types of documents.

3. Some highlighters have a 'fluorescent' coating that makes the highlighted text easier to see under certain lighting conditions.

4. Highlighters are often used in conjunction with sticky notes to help organize and prioritize information.

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Related Concepts

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1. Pen: Highlighters are a type of pen, but unlike traditional pens, they do not leave ink on the page. Instead, they apply a colored coating to the surface of the paper.

2. Marker: Highlighters are a type of marker, specifically designed to apply a thin, even coating of color to text or other surfaces.

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Culture

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Highlighters have become a common tool in education and research, allowing users to quickly find and focus on important information.

How to Memorize "highlighter"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a highlighter pen in your hand. Imagine the yellow or other colored coating being applied to text. Think about how the text stands out when highlighted.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the color yellow with learning and understanding. Think of highlighters as a tool to help you learn and remember important information.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Highlight Important Learning Today' (HILT) to help remember the function of a highlighter.

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1. Highlighting:

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