parhelion

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Noun parhelion has 1 sense

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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Parhelion

Definition:

A parhelion is a bright spot that appears on either side of the sun in the sky. It is also known as a sun dog.

Parts of Speech:

Noun: parhelion, parhelia

Senses:

Sense 1: The atmospheric phenomenon where bright spots appear on either side of the sun.

Usage:

Local Usage: Parhelia are commonly observed during cold winter days in northern regions.
Popular Usage: Many people mistake parhelia for actual suns due to their brightness.

Sample Sentences:

During our hike, we were lucky enough to witness the incredible parhelia.
The parhelion created a stunning optical illusion in the sky.
The locals were fascinated by the appearance of parhelia during the cold winter months.