morning
/ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/the period of time from sunrise to noon
The morning sky was filled with golden light.
Describing the appearance of the sky during this time.
Often used to refer to the start of the day or the first part of the day.
a greeting used in the morning
Good morning! How are you today?
A common way to greet someone in the morning.
Often paired with 'good' to form the greeting 'good morning'.
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Common Usage
The word 'morning' is often used to describe the first part of the day or as a greeting.
⚡Gold Rule
Capitalization
When used as a greeting (e.g., 'Good Morning'), the first letter of 'Morning' is capitalized.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'morninge', from Old English 'morgen', from Proto-Germanic 'murginaz' (morning). Related to Dutch 'morgen' and German 'Morgen'.
📝Usage Notes
Can be used as a noun to refer to the time of day or as part of a greeting. Often used in expressions like 'morning person' (someone who is energetic in the morning).