Word: aurora
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: au
ro
ra
Definition: An atmospheric phenomenon created by charged particles from the sun striking the upper atmosphere, creating coloured lights in the sky. It is usually named australis or borealis based on whether it is in the Southern or Northern Hemisphere respectively.
Morphemes:
Affix: aurora
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: An atmospheric phenomenon created by charged particles from the sun striking the upper atmosphere, creating coloured lights in the sky. It is usually named australis or borealis based on whether it is in the Southern or Northern Hemisphere respectively.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: aurōra
Language: la
Decoded: aurora
Meaning: dawn