sunset:1
nounbefore 12th century{ds||1||}
- the apparent descent of the sun below the horizon; also : the accompanying atmospheric effects
- the time when the upper limb of the sun disappears below the horizon as a result of the diurnal rotation of the earth
- a period of decline; especially : old age
sunset:2
adjective
sunset
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1974
- stipulating the periodic review of government agencies and programs in order to continue their existence
sunset:3
verb
sunset
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1976{ds||1||}
- to cause or allow (something, such as a law) to lapse, end, or be terminated
- to lapse or come to an end : expire
Sunset Crater:g
geographical name
Sunset Crater
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- volcanic crater in Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, north central Arizona
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