northern lights

plural noun

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Visibility of the northern lights depends on various factors, including intensity and location. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 19 Feb. 2025 To determine which destinations are the most budget-friendly places for seeing the northern lights, the company analyzed searches conducted on its website and also factored in insights from travel experts. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2025 To make sure guests don’t miss the northern lights, the hotel offers a 24-hour wake-up service, complete with hot chocolate, for when the aurora borealis appears. Jamie Davis Smith, AFAR Media, 19 Feb. 2025 Michael Seamans/Getty Images Some Americans may get a special treat during the Valentine's Day weekend if the northern lights illuminate the night sky with a hint of romance. Chandelis Duster, NPR, 14 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for northern lights

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of northern lights was in the 14th century

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“Northern lights.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/northern%20lights. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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northern lights

plural noun
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