sunshine
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/ˈsʌnˌʃaɪn/
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/ˈsʌnʃaɪn/
light from the sun
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sunshine' originates from Old English, specifically the words 'sunne' meaning 'sun' and 'scinan' meaning 'to shine'.
Historical Evolution
'sunne' and 'scinan' combined in Middle English to form 'sunshine', which has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the light from the sun', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35