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Meaning of vernal equinox
The primary meaning of "vernal equinox" refers to the moment when day and night are approximately equal in duration, marking the beginning of spring.
Etymology of vernal equinox
The term "vernal equinox" comes from the Latin words "vernal," meaning "of the spring," and "equinox," which is derived from the Latin words "aequus," meaning "equal," and "nox," meaning "night."
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the moment when day and night are approximately equal in duration, marking the beginning of spring.
Synonyms
spring equinox
first day of spring
march equinox
vernal equinox day
spring commencement
beginning of spring
equinoctial day
solar equinox
astronomical spring
seasonal shift
change of season
first day of autumn
autumnal equinox
fall equinox
september equinox
harvest commencement
commencement of autumn
autumn commencement
vernal day
spring day
equinox
solar year
seasonal change
tropic
celestial event
astronomical event
seasonal transition
equinoctial point
spring solstice
vernal point
celestial phenomenon
Definitions
- The vernal equinox is the time of year when the sun crosses the celestial equator going from south to north, typically around March 20 or 21 in the Northern Hemisphere.
- * It is an astronomical event that marks the beginning of spring and is characterized by approximately equal lengths of day and night.
Usage Examples
- The vernal equinox is a significant event in many cultures, often celebrated with festivals and rituals to mark the beginning of spring.
- * The astronomer waited eagerly for the vernal equinox to observe the celestial alignment and measure the Earth's tilt.
Antonyms
autumnal equinox
fall equinox
winter solstice
summer solstice
longest day
shortest day
winter commencement
beginning of winter
summer commencement
commencement of summer
autumn commencement
end of spring
end of summer
end of autumn
end of winter
seasonal stagnation
unchanging season
perpetual winter
perpetual summer