Solstice Definition

solstice
noun
  1. either of the two times of the year when the sun is at its greatest distance from the celestial equator

"Solstice" in song lyrics

See how solstice is used in real songs:

  • "Causin they mind to combine summer solstice"
    Gravediggaz — Today's Mathematics
  • "Coked and doped, at the height of his solstice"
    Himalayan Project — The Wrath of Lomas
  • "aestival solstice"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "solstice"

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