auroral
AmericanOther Word Forms
- aurorally adverb
Etymology
Origin of auroral
First recorded in 1545–55; auror(a) ( def. ) + -al 1
Example Sentences
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The aurora is always present around the North and South Poles - this is known as the auroral ring.
From BBC
The dark ovals, when seen, are almost always located just below the bright auroral zones at each pole, which are akin to Earth's northern and southern lights.
From Science Daily
Called the Carrington Event, it triggered intense auroral light shows and knocked out telegraph lines across the globe.
From BBC
That means “enhanced auroral visibility is possible further south across central England and similar latitudes, though cloud and rain could hamper viewing potential for some,” says Krista Hammond.
From BBC
Skies as far south as Cornwall were lit up by the auroral display.
From BBC
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