solar eclipse

noun

: an eclipse of the sun by the moon see eclipse illustration

Examples of solar eclipse in a Sentence

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So far, 2024 has seen a comet, a total solar eclipse and Northern Lights across the world, but this weekend, stargazers may be able to see a spectacular bright meteor or fireball. Jamie Carter, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 For reference, think back to the solar eclipse in Aries that took place in April of this year. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024 Before breathing a sigh of relief, be aware that the solar eclipse in Libra on October 2 is a doozy. Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 30 Sep. 2024 On October 2, the solar eclipse in Libra flushes away stale connections and outdated ways of relating to others. Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for solar eclipse 

Word History

First Known Use

1602, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of solar eclipse was in 1602

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“Solar eclipse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solar%20eclipse. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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solar eclipse

noun
: an eclipse of the sun by the moon

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