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neon
This term describes both a specific chemical element and the visual aesthetic derived from it. When used as a noun for the gas, it refers to a stable, inert substance used in scientific and industrial applications. As an adjective, it describes colors that are intensely bright or fluorescent, often evoking a sense of urban nightlife, retro-futurism, or high-visibility safety gear. In this sense, it extends beyond the actual reddish-orange glow of neon gas to include any vivid, saturated hue like electric green or hot pink.
Meanings
A colorless, odorless noble gas with the chemical symbol Ne and atomic number 10, which glows brightly when an electric current passes through it.
"The scientist studied the properties of neon in the laboratory."
A type of electric lamp consisting of a sealed glass tube filled with neon gas that emits a bright reddish-orange light.
"The street was lined with flickering neon signs advertising various hotels."
Characterized by or resembling the bright, fluorescent colors associated with neon lighting.
"She wore a neon yellow jacket so she would be visible during the night run."