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Definition of sunrise

sunrise

/ˈsʌn.raɪz/
sun · rise
Plural:sunrises
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• noun

1

The time in the morning when the sun appears above the eastern horizon and daylight begins.

Example

"The hikers woke up early so they could reach the mountain summit before sunrise."

2

The atmospheric phenomenon, light, and colors accompanying the daily appearance of the sun.

Example

"She paused on the beach to photograph the vibrant pink and gold sunrise over the ocean."

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• Nearby Words

sunporch
sunproof
sunray
sunrise
sunroof
sunroom
sunrose

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as a compound of 'sun' (from Old English 'sunne') and 'rise' (from Old English 'risan').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sunrise. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sunrise
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