Noun
Definitions1. The time of day when the sun first appears on the horizon; dawn or daybreak.
2. The beginning of something; the start of a new day or era.
PronunciationsUS: /ˈsʌnʌp/
UK: /ˈsʌnʌp/
Origin and UsageThe word "sunup" is a colloquial term that originated in the United States in the late 1800s. It is a combination of the words "sun" and "up," and is used to describe the moment when the sun first appears on the horizon, marking the start of a new day. It is often used in informal contexts and is not commonly found in formal writing.
SynonymsDawn, daybreak, morning, sunrise.
Related WordsSunny, super, setup.
Example Sentences1. He woke up at sunup to go fishing.
2. The project team met at sunup to begin work on the new initiative.
3. The farmer always starts his day at sunup, tending to his crops and animals.
4. The runners began their race at sunup, eager to start the competition.
5. The hikers set out on the trail at sunup, hoping to reach the summit before sunset.