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aurora

/ɔːˈrɔːrə/ noun · British & US
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What does aurora mean?

noun

The natural light display in the sky at sunrise or sunset, caused by light from the sun interacting with the Earth's atmosphere. A spectacular display of colored light in the sky, typically seen at dawn or dusk.

Example

"The aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights, was a breathtaking sight to behold."

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