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autumn
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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]
Bacchus
god of this season. [Rom. Myth.: Hall, 130]
Carpo
goddess of autumn and corn season. [Gk. Myth.: Kravitz, 53]
cornucopia
conical receptacle full of the fruits of the harvest. [World Culture: Misc.]
grapes and vine
leaves symbolize harvest of vineyards for wine. [Art: Ha11, 130]
Indian summer
a period of mild, dry weather occurring in U.S. and Canada in late autumn. [Am. Culture: Misc.]


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