sun-shy
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B2
/sʌn-ʃaɪ/
avoiding sunlight
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sun-shy' originates from the combination of 'sun' and 'shy,' where 'sun' refers to the star at the center of our solar system, and 'shy' means 'reluctant or avoiding.'
Historical Evolution
'sun-shy' is a modern English term formed by combining 'sun' and 'shy' to describe a reluctance to be in sunlight.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'avoiding sunlight,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
reluctant or hesitant to be exposed to sunlight.
She is sun-shy and prefers to stay indoors during the day.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 18:02