Sundial Definition & Meaning

sundial
noun
  1. timepiece that indicates the daylight hours by the shadow that the gnomon casts on a calibrated dial

"Sundial" in song lyrics

See how sundial is used in real songs:

  • "Well I usually wear my sundial"
    Aceyalone — The Grandfather Clock
  • "So call me my golden child, on time like a sundial"
    Makeba Mooncycle — Presenting ('I Present M.E.' Premix)
  • "With one style older than the sundial"
    DJ EQ f/ Casual, Del, Xzibit — Three Emcees

Usage tips for "sundial"

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