morning

Definition

Morning is the early part of the day, starting when the sun rises and ending around midday. People often use it to talk about the time when they wake up and begin daily activities.

Etymology

From Old English “morgen,” related to words in other Germanic languages meaning “early day.” The root is connected with ideas of dawn and the start of the day’s work.

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