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1sunset

noun sun·set \-ˌset\

: the time when the sun goes below the horizon in the evening

: the colors that are in the sky when the sun slowly goes below the horizon

Full Definition of SUNSET

1
:  the apparent descent of the sun below the horizon; also :  the accompanying atmospheric effects
2
:  the time when the upper limb of the sun disappears below the horizon as a result of the diurnal rotation of the earth
3
:  a period of decline; especially :  old age
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First Known Use of SUNSET

14th century

2sunset

adjective

Definition of SUNSET

:  stipulating the periodic review of government agencies and programs in order to continue their existence <sunset laws>

First Known Use of SUNSET

1976
SUNSET Defined for Kids

sunset

noun sun·set \ˈsən-ˌset\

Definition of SUNSET for Kids

1
:  the apparent passing of the sun below the horizon
2
:  the light and color of the passing of the sun below the horizon
3
:  the time at which the sun sets

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