Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pre-dawn hours
noun
/priː-dɔːn aʊərz/
Definition
The time period occurring before sunrise, when the sky begins to lighten but the sun has not yet appeared.
Examples
- The jogger enjoyed the peacefulness of the pre-dawn hours for her morning run.
- In the pre-dawn hours, the city feels serene and untouched.
- Many birds begin to sing as the pre-dawn hours approach.
Meaning
Pre-dawn hours refer to the early morning timeframe just before daylight, often associated with a quiet and still atmosphere.
Synonyms
- Early morning
- Before sunrise
- Dawn twilight
