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Definition

noun. a dark area on the sun's surface caused by magnetic activity.

Example Sentence

The astronomer spent his afternoon studying the large sun spot through his telescope.

More Example Sentences

Many sun spots appear during solar storms.

Synonyms

solar blemish; dark spot

Antonyms

clear sky; star

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