neon signage

Bright tube lettering

Neon signage refers to illuminated signs made with glass tubes filled with neon or other gases that glow when electrified.

The term covers both literal neon signs and similar luminous displays.

Neon signage dominated mid-twentieth-century commercial streetscapes and retains nostalgic appeal: The strip was famous for its vintage neon signage.

The phrase often appears in zoning regulations and design discussions.

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lighting technology

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Visual output via pixels

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Boards displaying information

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G