Excess Of Solar Over Lunar Year Crossword Clue

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	noun • The time (number of days) by which a solar year exceeds twelve lunar months; it is used in the calculation of the date of Easter
	33%	9		This type of year is also known as a lunar calendar year
	noun • a period of 12 lunar months
	32%	6		Periods added to harmonize the lunar and solar calendars
	noun • The time (number of days) by which a solar year exceeds twelve lunar months; it is used in the calculation of the date of Easter

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