Gloaming: meaning, definitions and examples
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gloaming
[ ˈɡloʊ.mɪŋ ]
time of day
Gloaming refers to the time of day immediately following sunset when the sky is partially illuminated, often leading to twilight. It is a period where the light fading creates a distinctive and often atmospheric quality to the surroundings.
Synonyms
dusk, evening, nightfall, twilight.
Examples of usage
- The forest looked magical in the gloaming.
- We often took walks during the gloaming, enjoying the cool evening air.
- Photographers love capturing the colors of the gloaming.
- The gloaming brings a sense of calm after a busy day.
Translations
Translations of the word "gloaming" in other languages:
🇵🇹 crepúsculo
🇮🇳 संध्या
🇩🇪 Dämmerung
🇮🇩 senja
🇺🇦 сутінки
🇵🇱 zmierzch
🇯🇵 たそがれ
🇫🇷 crépuscule
🇪🇸 crepúsculo
🇹🇷 alacakaranlık
🇰🇷 황혼
🇸🇦 الغسق
🇨🇿 tma
🇸🇰 záhľad
🇨🇳 黄昏
🇸🇮 mrak
🇮🇸 dimmu
🇰🇿 кешкі
🇬🇪 საღამო
🇦🇿 şəfəq
🇲🇽 crepúsculo
Etymology
The word 'gloaming' originates from the Old English term 'glōmung' which means 'twilight' or 'gloaming'. This term itself comes from the earlier Germanic roots, reflecting a time of light that is gradually dimming. The concept of gloaming has been a part of human experience for centuries, often evoking feelings of nostalgia and reflection. Old texts and poems from the English language frequently reference gloaming as a time for contemplation and transition, embodying both a literal dimming of light and a metaphorical shift in daily life. As the industrial age progressed, the use of such poetic terms saw some decline but has since seen a resurgence in modern literature, art, and music, invoking the serene imagery associated with this gentle fading of day into night.