Borealis
|Bo-re-a-lis|
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/bɔːˈriːəlɪs/
northern lights
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Borealis' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'borealis,' where 'boreas' meant 'north wind.'
Historical Evolution
'Borealis' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its reference to the northern lights.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the 'north wind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'northern lights.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a term often used to refer to the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights, a natural light display predominantly seen in high-latitude regions around the Arctic and Antarctic.
The Borealis lit up the night sky with vibrant colors.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/22 08:03