sun (n.)

  1. the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system; the sun contains 99.85% of the mass in the solar system; the Earth revolves around the Sun'

  2. the rays of the sun; the shingles were weathered by the sun and wind

    [ Syn: sunlight , sunshine ]

  3. a person considered as a source of warmth or energy or glory etc

  4. any star around which a planetary system revolves

  5. first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

    [ Syn: sunday , lords day , dominicus , sun ]

    sun (v.)

  1. expose ones body to the sun

    [ Syn: sunbathe ]

  2. expose to the rays of the sun or affect by exposure to the sun; insolated paper may turn yellow and crumble; These herbs suffer when sunned

    [ Syn: insolate , solarize , solarise ]

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