twilight
|twi/light|
B2
/ˈtwaɪˌlaɪt/
soft light between day and night
Etymology
Etymology Information
'twilight' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'twi' meaning 'two' and 'light' meaning 'light'.
Historical Evolution
'twi' combined with 'light' in Middle English to form 'twilight', referring to the two lights of dawn and dusk.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the light between day and night, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon, caused by the reflection of the sun's rays from the atmosphere.
The city looked beautiful in the twilight.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35