sunshine
[ suhn-shahyn ]
/ ˈsʌnˌʃaɪn /
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noun
adjective
of or relating to sunshine laws: sunshine rules.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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British Dictionary definitions for sunshine
sunshine
/ (ˈsʌnˌʃaɪn) /
noun
the light received directly from the sun
the warmth from the sun
a sunny area
a light-hearted or ironic term of address
Derived forms of sunshine
sunshiny, adjectiveCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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