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mock sun

 

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Noun mock sun has 1 sense
  1. parhelion, mock sun, sundog - a bright spot on the parhelic circle; caused by diffraction by ice crystals; "two or more parhelia are usually seen at once"
    --1 is a kind of topographic point, place, spot

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Term: Mock Sun

Description:

Mock Sun refers to an atmospheric phenomenon where a bright spot appears next to the Sun, creating a visual illusion of a second sun. It is also known as a Sun dog or a parhelion. This optical phenomenon occurs due to the refraction and reflection of sunlight by ice crystals in the atmosphere.

Usage:

Noun:

1. In the morning sky, the mock sun shimmered brightly, creating a stunning spectacle.

2. The textbook had a detailed explanation of various optical phenomena like the mock sun.

3. Astronomers often study the mock sun to better understand the nature of ice crystals in the atmosphere.

Verb:

1. The artist decided to mock suns in her painting, adding a touch of mystique to the artwork.

2. The photographer skillfully mocked the sun during the shoot to enhance the overall ambience of the scene.

3. He mock-sunned his classmates by imitating the way the Sun appeared on that foggy day.

Adjective:

1. The mock sun effect in the photograph gave it an ethereal and dreamlike quality.

2. The museum displayed a collection of mock-sun images captured by renowned photographers.

3. The students were captivated by the mock-sun-like glow of their teacher's enthusiasm.

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