George opens the shop before sunrise.
George opens the shop before sunrise.
English
sunrise
ˈsʌnɹaɪz, ˈsʌn.raɪz, ˈsʌnˌraɪz
Meaning: the time in the morning when the sun first appears
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Example sentences
The hikers reached the summit just in time to watch the sunrise.
The hikers reached the summit just in time to watch the sunrise.
It is rare to see such a beautiful sunrise in this city.
It is rare to see such a beautiful sunrise in this city.
I awoke early this morning to catch the sunrise.
I awoke early this morning to catch the sunrise.
The admiral is on the bridge before sunrise.
The admiral is on the bridge before sunrise.
Usage Notes
Refers both to the time of day and the visual phenomenon of the sun rising.
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