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    Horizon

    /həˈraɪ.zən/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The line at which the earth's surface and the sky appear to meet.
    As the sun began to set, the sky turned a brilliant orange at the horizon.
    The limit of one's knowledge, experience, or interest.
    Traveling to new countries broadened her horizon and opened her mind to different cultures.
    A specific region or area of knowledge or interest.
    The scientist is exploring the horizons of renewable energy technology.

    Etymology

    From Middle French 'orizon', from Latin 'horizontem', from Greek 'horizōn', meaning 'to bound'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    beyond the horizon:
    Refers to things that are not yet visible or achievable.
    expand one's horizons:
    To broaden one's range of interests or experiences.
    horizon scanning:
    The process of identifying and reviewing potential future developments.
    at the horizon:
    Something that is looming in the near future.

    Related Words

    sky
    The expanse of air over the earth; the upper atmosphere.
    limit
    A point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend or pass.
    viewpoint
    A particular attitude or way of considering a matter.
    perspective
    A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.

    Slang Meanings

    The future or what is to come.
    Keep your eyes on the horizon; good things are on their way.
    An idea or goal that one is striving for.
    He's got great horizons ahead of him with that new job.