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Sol

|Sol|

B2

/sɒl/

sun, musical note

Etymology
Etymology Information

'Sol' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sol,' where it meant 'sun.'

Historical Evolution

'Sol' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its reference to the sun.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'sun,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the fifth note of the diatonic scale in solfège, also known as 'G'.

In the key of C major, 'Sol' is the note G.

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Noun 2

a colloquial term for the sun, often used in science fiction contexts.

The planet orbits around Sol.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/07/16 05:17