Meaning of the word prominence in English

What does prominence mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

prominence

US /ˈprɑː.mə.nəns/
UK /ˈprɒm.ɪ.nəns/
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Noun

1.

the state of being important, famous, or noticeable

Example:
The issue has gained considerable prominence in recent debates.
Her work brought her to national prominence.
2.

a thing that projects from something, especially a feature on a landscape or a part of the body

Example:
The mountain's rocky prominence offered a stunning view.
A solar prominence is a large, bright feature extending outward from the Sun's surface.