antelucan

/æntɛˈluːkən/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or occurring just before dawn or just after sunset

“The antelucan light was particularly beautiful, casting a golden glow over the landscape.”

2. adjective

relating to or occurring just before dawn or just after sunset

“The antelucan hours were a time of contemplation and prayer for the monks.”

Synonyms

  • dawn
  • twilight

Antonyms

  • dusk
  • night