Acronychally

/əˈkrɒnɪkəli/ adverb

Definition

In an acronychal manner; describing the timing of a celestial event that occurs at sunset or sunrise.

Etymology

From the variant adjective 'acronychal' with the adverbial suffix '-ly,' preserving the 'h' from the adjective form.

Kelly Says

This alternate spelling shows how astronomical terminology evolved differently across Europe—some cultures preferred the 'h' to stay closer to Greek origins.

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