Analemmas

/ˌænəˈlɛməz/ noun

Definition

Plural of analemma; multiple figure-eight curves showing the sun's position at consistent times throughout the year.

Etymology

Standard English plural of analemma, formed by adding -s or -es. Each analemma represents a different reference time or location.

Kelly Says

Creating analemmas from different times of day shows how the sun traces multiple shifted figure-eights—photographers can create stunning composite images of these celestial patterns.

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