Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

day

noun
/deɪ/
Definition
A day is a period of 24 hours, typically from midnight to midnight, during which the Earth completes one rotation on its axis.
Examples
  • Today is a bright and sunny day.
  • She spends her day at the office.
  • We went hiking all day long.
Meaning
It refers to the time it takes for the Earth to rotate once relative to the Sun, often used to signify a specific time period in daily life.
Synonyms
  • 24 hours
  • time period
  • daytime