solstice

/ˈsɒlstɪs/

the point when the sun is farthest from the equator

The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year.

This refers to the day when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky, resulting in the longest daylight hours.

formal

either of the two times of the year when the sun is at its greatest distance from the equator

Many cultures celebrate the winter solstice as a time of renewal.

This refers to the shortest day of the year, often associated with festivals and rituals.

The summer solstice occurs around June 21st in the Northern Hemisphere, while the winter solstice occurs around December 21st.

Collocations

summer solsticethe longest day of the yearwinter solsticethe shortest day of the year

a festival or event marking the solstice

The solstices are tied to seasonal changes and are often celebrated in various cultures.

The solstice is determined by the sun's position relative to the equator, not by weather or climate.

From Latin solstitium, from sol (sun) + sistere (to stand still)

The term is often used in astronomy and cultural contexts to describe significant seasonal changes.

sol

sun

root

-stice

standing still

suffix

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