Sun

Definition

The sun is the star at the center of the solar system, providing light and heat to Earth and other planets. It is also used metaphorically to represent brightness, warmth, or positivity.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sʌn/
• Respelling: suhn

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sʌn/
• Respelling: suhn

Etymology

The word "sun" originates from the Old English "sunne," which comes from the Proto-Germanic "*sunnōn" and the Proto-Indo-European root "*sóh₂wl̥," referring to the celestial body. It has cognates in other languages, such as Old High German "sunna" and Latin "sol."

Derivatives

• Sunny (adjective)
• Sunlight (noun)
• Sunrise (noun)
• Sunset (noun)
• Sunshine (noun)

Synonyms

• Star
• Daystar
• Helios

Antonyms

• Moon
• Shadow
• Darkness

Usage

The noun "sun" is commonly used to describe the celestial star or as a metaphor for radiance or positivity. For example, "The sun rises in the east and sets in the west."

The verb "sun" refers to basking in sunlight. For example, "She loves to sun herself on the beach."

Related Terms

• Solar: Relating to or derived from the sun.
• Stellar: Related to stars, including the sun as a star.
• Eclipse: An event where the sun is obscured by the moon or Earth.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The star at the center of the solar system: Provides light and energy to planets orbiting it.
  • Example: "The sun is essential for life on Earth."
• A source of warmth or radiance: Used metaphorically to describe positivity or brilliance.
  • Example: "Her smile was as bright as the sun."

Verb

• To expose to sunlight: Refers to drying or warming something in the sun.
  • Example: "He laid his clothes outside to sun."
• To bask in sunlight: Indicates spending time in the sun for relaxation.
  • Example: "They went to the park to sun themselves."