auroral

[ aw-rawr-uhl, aw-rohr-, uh-rawr-, uh-rohr- ]

adjective

Origin of auroral

First recorded in 1545–55; auror(a) + -al¹

Scientists have known about these “stable auroral red arcs” for decades.
Amateur astronomers reveal clues to a mysterious double aurora | Asa Stahl | August 29, 2022 | Science News For Students
It sits on the southern edge of the auroral oval, which is a band hugging the northernmost latitudes where the aurora is most common.
The aurora borealis skipped this Alaska photography class. But some swinging light cords saved the night. | Bailey Berg | February 26, 2021 | Washington Post
As the days went by and the equinox drew near, auroral phenomena were with few exceptions visible on clear evenings.
The Home of the Blizzard | Douglas Mawson
During such a period auroral displays were usually of nightly occurrence.
The Home of the Blizzard | Douglas Mawson
auroral displays were rather frequent but not very pronounced, and in most cases could only be classed as "glows."
The Home of the Blizzard | Douglas Mawson

That auroral freshness of soul which is the distinctive charm of youth lingered when even memory somewhat failed.
From the Easy Chair, series 2 | George William Curtis
Paula was exceptionally gifted with this auroral cheer which starts the day so brightly.
The Sword of Damocles | Anna Katharine Green

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