sunrise

English

/ˈsʌnɹaɪz/

noun
Definitions
  • The time of day when the sun appears above the eastern horizon.
  • The change in color of the sky at dawn.
  • (figuratively) Any great awakening.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English sonne-rys affix from English sun + English rise.

Origin

English

rise

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