Day-Glo

See also: dayglo

English

Alternative forms

• Dayglo, day-glo, dayglo

Etymology

Coined by the DayGlo Color Corporation, originally as a trademark, from day +‎ glow.

Proper noun

Day-Glo

1. A luminous paint that glows in a variety of brilliant colours, most commonly red or orange; used especially for outdoor advertising.

Synonyms

• blacklight ink
• blacklight-reactive ink
• luminous paint
• fluorescent paint

Adjective

Day-Glo (not comparable)

1. (colloquial) Very bright and luminous in colour.
   • 2011, Tim LaHaye, ‎Jerry B. Jenkins, Glorious Appearing: The End of Days

     Leon was in his most resplendent, gaudiest, Day-Glo getup, including a purple felt fez with multiple hangy-downs and a cranberry vestment with gold collar, appliquéd with every religious symbol known to man […]