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parhelion

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun parhelion 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

Definitions from the Web

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:

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

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