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autumn [′ȯd·əm] (astronomy) The season of the year which is the transition period from summer to winter, occurring as the sun approaches the winter solstice; beginning is marked by the autumnal equinox. Also known as fall. Autumn Autumnus personification; portrayed as mature and manly. [Rom. Myth.: LLEI, I: 322] god of this season. [Rom. Myth.: Hall, 130]
goddess of autumn and corn season. [Gk. Myth.: Kravitz, 53] conical receptacle full of the fruits of the harvest. [World Culture: Misc.] leaves symbolize harvest of vineyards for wine. [Art: Ha11, 130] a period of mild, dry weather occurring in U.S. and Canada in late autumn. [Am. Culture: Misc.] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| He looketh afar o'er the waves, Wind-ruffled and deep and green; And the mantle of Autumn lies Over wood and hill and ravine. Petersburg, at the time when we reached the city, we encountered nothing but rain, bitter autumn frosts, dull skies, ugliness, and crowds of strangers who looked hostile, discontented, and disposed to take offence. This is the autumn time of the year; we are most of us leaving home for the holidays. |
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