solstice
nounEither annual point when the Sun reaches its greatest apparent northern or southern position relative to the equator.
Annual solar turning point
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Clear all filtersEither annual point when the Sun reaches its greatest apparent northern or southern position relative to the equator.
Annual solar turning point
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