Dawn Definition & Meaning
dawn
- noun
- the first light of day; "we got up before dawn"; "they talked until morning"
- the earliest period; "the dawn of civilization"; "the morning of the world"
- an opening time period; "it was the dawn of the Roman Empire"
- verb
- become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions; "It dawned on him that she had betrayed him"; "she was penetrated with sorrow"
- appear or develop; "The age of computers had dawned"
- become light; "It started to dawn, and we had to get up"
"Dawn" in song lyrics
See how dawn is used in real songs:
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"I'm on the block until the crack of dawn"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Shawn Wigs — One on One -
"On to the break of dawn"
2 Live Crew — 2 Live is What We Are... (Word) -
"Rockin' on 'till the break of dawn"
2 Live Crew — PSK '95
Words that rhyme with dawn
Usage tips for "dawn"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dawn" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dawn to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does dawn mean?
- the first light of day; "we got up before dawn"; "they talked until morning" the earliest period; "the dawn of civilization"; "the morning of the world" an opening time period; "it was the dawn of the Roman Empire" become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions; "It dawned on him that she had betrayed him"; "she was penetrated with sorrow" appear or develop; "The age of computers had dawned" become light; "It started to dawn, and we had to get up"
- What part of speech is dawn?
- Dawn is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does dawn have?
- Dawn has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).