neon

plural neons

1. uncountablechemistryThe chemical element (symbol Ne) with an atomic number of 10. The second of the noble gases, it is a colourless, odorless inert gas.
   1. countablechemistryA form or sample of the element.
2. countableuncountableNeon 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

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   Bring a song and a smile for the banjo Better get while the getting's good Hitch a ride to the end of the highway Where the neons turn to wood

   1970, “Up Around the Bend”, performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival

3. countableA neon tetra fish.

   There were all kinds - Swordtails, Guppies, Platys, Terras [sic], Neons, Cichlids, Labyrinth and Paradise fish, and every variety of exotic Goldfish.

   1954, Ian Fleming, “Midnight Among The Worms”, in Live and Let Die, London: Pan Books, published 1957, page 156

4. attributivecountableuncountableDescribes bright and vibrant colors having a fluorescent look.

   Synonyms: fluorescent

1. not comparableThat resembles a neon light; extremely bright; fluorescent