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HORIZON

(noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Horizon.

How to pronounce horizon:

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Horizon - as a noun

The line at which the sky and earth appear to meet

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apparent horizonsensible horizonskyline14visible horizon

The range of interest or activity that can be anticipated

Example: "It is beyond the horizon of present knowledge"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
purview15view10

A specific layer or stratum of soil or subsoil in a vertical cross section of land

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stratum9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The great circle on the celestial sphere whose plane passes through the sensible horizon and the center of the earth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
celestial horizon

Example Sentences

"The sun was just beginning to set below the horizon."
"The ship disappeared over the horizon."
"The mountains stood in silhouette against the colorful horizon."
"He gazed out across the ocean, watching the waves meet the horizon."
"The city's skyline dominated the horizon."
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Word Game Points

Is HORIZON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, horizon is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HORIZON has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is HORIZON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, horizon is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HORIZON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is HORIZON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, horizon is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HORIZON has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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