solar eclipse

noun

: an eclipse of the sun by the moon see eclipse illustration

Examples of solar eclipse in a Sentence

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Together, the pair of satellites create artificial total solar eclipses that give scientists a glimpse into the corona, the outermost layer of the sun’s atmosphere. Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 21 Jan. 2026 With spectacular stargazing and safari opportunities available, the 2030 total solar eclipse is bound to be popular and, for eclipse chasers in North America and Europe, rather expensive. Jamie Carter, Space.com, 20 Jan. 2026 Every observer — including those in Antarctica — will need to wear solar eclipse glasses at all times. Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026 Keep in mind that solar eclipses should not be viewed with the naked eye. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for solar eclipse

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First Known Use

1602, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of solar eclipse was in 1602

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“Solar eclipse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solar%20eclipse. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.

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solar eclipse

noun
: an eclipse of the sun by the moon

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