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    Sun

    /sʌn/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The star at the center of the solar system that provides light and heat to the Earth and other planets.
    The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
    The light or warmth received from this star.
    We enjoyed the sun on the beach last weekend.
    A celestial body resembling the sun, especially when considered as a symbol of warmth or light.
    The sun in her painting was vibrant and full of life.
    verb
    To expose to sunlight.
    We decided to sun our towels before we sat down on the beach.

    Etymology

    Old English sunne, from Proto-Germanic *sunnōn.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sunshine:
    the sunlight, especially at its most pleasant.
    under the sun:
    in the world; anywhere.
    make hay while the sun shines:
    take advantage of favorable conditions.

    Related Words

    sunset
    the time in the evening when the sun disappears below the horizon.
    sunrise
    the time in the morning when the sun appears above the horizon.
    sunbeam
    a ray of sunlight.

    Slang Meanings

    To be very tan, often from sun exposure.
    After spending all day at the beach, she was totally sun-kissed.
    A great day or bright event.
    That party was a total sun!