| 词汇 | a leading light |
| 释义 | Idiom a leading light an important and respected person in a group or organization.A leading light in the art and ballet world, he was a close friend of Princess Diana. (often + in)Jeffries, at 23 a leading light of the campaign, was the first to speak. (often + of)leading lightA person who is well-respected and viewed as important to a group. As a leading light of the human rights organization, he helped improve working conditions for millions of people around the world. a leading lightmainly BRITISHCOMMON If someone is a leading light of an organization or group, they are one of the most important, active, and successful people in it. He is a leading light in the campaign to rid football of racism. She had been a leading light in the amateur dramatic society in Kuala Lumpur. Note: A leading light was a light which was placed at the entrance to a harbour or shallow channel of water, as a guide for ships. a ˌleading ˈlight (in/of something)an important and respected member of a group, an organization, a profession, etc: Mr Harris is a leading light in the local business community. |
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