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Friday, December 1, 2023
Penumbra
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Penumbra
noun 1. The partially shaded outer region of the shadow cast by an opaque object.

2. The shadow cast by the Earth or moon over an area experiencing a partial eclipse.
EXAMPLE SENTENCES
"The moon cast a hazy penumbra over a section of Earth during the partial eclipse."
"The sun was going down, but I could still see enough to walk by following the penumbras of the shadows."
"I kept a close eye on the penumbra of the shadow so I would know the second the door started to move."
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Latin, mid-17th century
Why This Word?
Eclipse watchers should know this word and its counterpart, "umbra." During a partial eclipse, two shadows are cast. ...
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