neon

Etymology

Borrowed from Ancient Greek νέον (néon), neuter of νέος (néos, “new”), from earlier *νέϝος (*néwos), from Proto-Hellenic *newos, from Proto-Indo-European *néwos.

noun

  1. (uncountable) The chemical element (symbol Ne) with an atomic number of 10. The second of the noble gases, it is a colourless, odorless inert gas.
  2. (countable) A form or sample of the element.
  3. (countable, uncountable) Neon signs or lights, collectively.
    Neons and LED lighting can be controlled by remotes. 2009, Jason Syner, How to Install Automotive Mobile Electronic Systems, page 27
  4. (countable) A neon tetra fish.

adj

  1. (of a color) That resembles a neon light; extremely bright; fluorescent

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