Sun (Noun)
Meaning 1
The rays of the sun; "the shingles were weathered by the sun and wind".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The intense rays of the sun made it difficult to work outside without proper protection.
- The shingles were weathered by the sun and wind, requiring frequent replacements.
- After a few hours in the garden, the soil was dry and cracked from the hot rays of the sun.
- The ancient stones had been worn smooth by centuries of exposure to the sun and rain.
- The farmer carefully planned his planting schedule to take advantage of the warm rays of the sun.
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Meaning 2
First day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
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Meaning 3
A person considered as a source of warmth or energy or glory etc.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 4
The star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system; "the sun contains 99.85% of the mass in the solar system"; "the Earth revolves around the Sun".
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Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
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Meaning 5
Any star around which a planetary system revolves.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).