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daytime

/ˈdeɪtaɪm/

[/ˈdeɪtaɪm/]

the time when it is light

Beginnernoun

Definition

Daytime is the part of the day when there is light from the sun.

Example

Owls sleep during the daytime.

Owls sleep during the daytime.

Etymology

From 'day' plus 'time'.

How & Where It’s Used

Common word for the light hours of the day.

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