EQUINOX
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Equinox.
How to pronounce equinox:
US
Equinox - as a noun
Either of two times of the year when the sun crosses the plane of the earth's equator and day and night are of equal length
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cosmic timeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(astronomy) either of the two celestial points at which the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
equinoctial pointHypernyms (Closely Related)
celestial pointHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The equinox occurs twice a year, in March and September."
"During the equinox, the length of day and night is nearly equal."
"Many cultures celebrate the spring equinox as a symbol of new beginnings."
"The autumnal equinox marks the transition from summer to winter."
"The equinox is an important event in astronomy."
Word Game Points
Is EQUINOX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, equinox is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EQUINOX has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is EQUINOX a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, equinox is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEQUINOX has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.
Is EQUINOX a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, equinox is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEQUINOX has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
