equinox
nounHow many syllables in equinox?
There are 3 syllables in the word equinox.How to pronounce equinox:
Definition of equinox:
- equinox (noun):
- either of the two points on the celestial sphere where the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic
- (astronomy) either of the two celestial points at which the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic.
Synonyms for equinox:
autumnal equinox
celestial point
equinoctial point
vernal equinox
Antonyms for equinox:
spring
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