Sundial

/ˈsʌnˌdaɪəl/ noun

A device measuring the time of day by the position of a shadow cast by a pole or plate (gnomon) upon an engraved series of marks.

Definition

  1. (noun) A device measuring the time of day by the position of a shadow cast by a pole or plate (gnomon) upon an engraved series of marks.

Word stats

  • Sundial contains 7 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
  • It uses 7 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 8.

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What does Sundial mean?

A device measuring the time of day by the position of a shadow cast by a pole or plate (gnomon) upon an engraved series of marks.

How many letters are in Sundial?

Sundial has 7 letters.

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