Equinox
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What Does Equinox Mean?
- 春分
- 秋分
Equinox Pronunciation
/ˈɛkwɪnɒks/
Equinox Definition
noun
Definition
Either of the two times in the year when the sun crosses the celestial equator, making day and night of approximately equal length.
In ZH
一年中太阳穿越赤道的两个时刻之一，白昼与黑夜几乎等长。
How to Use Equinox in a Sentence
- The spring equinox marks the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
- During the autumn equinox, many cultures celebrate the harvest.
- The equinox occurs twice a year, in March and September.
- At the equinox, the sun rises due east and sets due west.
- Astronomers use the equinox to define the start of the astronomical year.
Cultural Notes
In many cultures, the equinox is associated with themes of balance and renewal.