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crepuscular

/krɪˈpʌskjʊlər/ adjective · British & US
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What does crepuscular mean?

adjective

Relating to or resembling twilight; active at twilight. Often used to describe animals that are most active during twilight hours.

Example

"The crepuscular deer emerged from the forest as the sun began to set."

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