Meaning of the word crepuscular in English

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crepuscular

US /krɪˈpʌs.kjə.lɚ/

UK /krɪˈpʌs.kjə.lər/

of, relating to, or resembling twilight

Example:

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The forest takes on a mysterious glow during the crepuscular hours.

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We enjoyed the quiet beauty of the crepuscular light.

Synonym:

twilight dusky gloaming dim murky

(of an animal) active during twilight

Example:

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Many deer are crepuscular, being most active at dawn and dusk.

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The rabbit is a common example of a crepuscular animal.

Antonym:

diurnal nocturnal