Big name in fluorescent paint
Published by Naitik Mehta · April 4, 2026
Stuck on the clue Big name in fluorescent paint from the New York Times Mini for April 4, 2026? We have the correct 6-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
Clue
Big name in fluorescent paint (6)
Answer
The answer to Big name in fluorescent paint is Dayglo (6 letters).
Some cells in this answer were drawn with a circle in the original puzzle — these often flag a hidden theme.
Why does Dayglo fit this clue?
This entry has circled cells at positions 0 and 3, highlighting the letters D and G within DAYGLO. These circled letters likely mark a thematic pattern or hidden element that runs through multiple answers in the puzzle. The clue 'Big name in fluorescent paint' is a direct definition pointing to DAYGLO, a trademarked brand of fluorescent paints and pigments. Day-Glo Color Corp developed these vivid, eye-catching paints that seem to glow under normal lighting conditions, making the brand synonymous with bright fluorescent colors in art, safety equipment, and commercial applications.
What does Big name in fluorescent paint mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
fluorescent
adjective
•emitting light when exposed to radiation, especially UV light; bright and vivid in color
•relating to materials that glow or appear to glow under certain lighting conditions
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 11-across in the New York Times Mini on April 4, 2026, by Sam Ezersky, edited by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Dayglo mean?
adjective
•Luminiscent; fluorescent; of colors, very bright.
Origin of the word Dayglo
•origin: proprietary brand name from Day-Glo Color Corp.
•period: 1946
The term was coined by combining 'day' with 'glow' to describe the company's revolutionary fluorescent pigments that appeared to glow even in daylight.
How to use Dayglo in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Dayglo.
•“The construction workers wore Dayglo orange vests to ensure they remained visible to passing traffic.”
•“The 1980s fashion trend included Dayglo pink and green accessories that glowed under blacklight at dance clubs.”
•“As a big name in fluorescent paint, Dayglo revolutionized safety equipment and artistic expression with their vibrant, highly visible colors.”
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The New York Times Mini for April 4, 2026 was published by Sam Ezersky and has 19 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.
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Frequently asked questions about Big name in fluorescent paint
- What is the answer to Big name in fluorescent paint?
- The answer is Dayglo (6 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on April 4, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Big name in fluorescent paint have?
- The answer has 6 letters: Dayglo.
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Puzzle
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editor
Joel Fagliano
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position
11 Across
answer length
6 letters