vernal
adjective
ver·nal
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Definition of vernal
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: of, relating to, or occurring in the spring
vernal equinox vernal sunshine
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Other Words from vernal
vernally
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adverb
Examples of vernal in a Sentence
trees and flowers in vernal bloom
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The one that occurs in September is known as the autumnal equinox for those of us living in the northern hemisphere, while the one that happens in the spring is known as the vernal equinox. — Rebekah Lowin, Country Living, "When Is the First Day of Fall in 2019—and When's the Fall Equinox?," 13 Aug. 2019 On March 20, 2019, nature will once again bring us the vernal equinox, the time of year that ushers in the summer season in the Northern Hemisphere and the winter season in the Southern Hemisphere. — National Geographic, "What is an equinox, and why does it happen?," 19 Mar. 2019 The group has data from the state that shows the vernal pool analysis was done too early in the season for reliable results. — Denise Coffey, courant.com, "Thompson Residents Oppose Gravel Mining Operation," 24 June 2019 Cross Plaza del Amo from the Nature Center and enter the gates of the marsh park, a natural vernal wetland that has been allowed to return to its native state thanks to the persistent efforts of the nonprofit Friends of Madrona Marsh. — Charles Fleming, latimes.com, "L.A. Walks: The path to a vibrant marsh in Torrance’s industrial core," 14 June 2019 The backdrop is expansive gardens in full vernal splendor: 150 flowering cherry trees, alongside countless other flowers from daffodils to irises to 500,000 tulips. — National Geographic, "Best places to see cherry blossoms in the U.S.," 1 Mar. 2019 Does the vernal equinox fall on the same day each year? — Jennifer Earl, Fox News, "First day of spring arrives: 5 things to know about the vernal equinox," 20 Mar. 2018 This signals the beginning of spring (the vernal equinox) and fall (the autumnal equinox) each year. — Daisy Hernandez, Popular Mechanics, "Everything You Need to Know About the Summer Solstice," 18 June 2019 The holiday coincides with the vernal equinox, which welcomes spring in the Northern Hemisphere. — Jennifer Aldrich, Country Living, "Here's How the Date of Easter Is Determined Each Year," 22 Feb. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'vernal.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for vernal
vernal
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of vernal
formal
: of, relating to, or occurring in the spring
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vernal
adjective
ver·nal
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Kids Definition of vernal
: marking the beginning of spring
the vernal equinox