Meaning of path of totality | Babel Free
Definitions
The path traced on the Earth's surface by the moon's shadow (more precisely, the umbra) during a total eclipse of the sun.
Examples
“Over a wider region either side of the path of totality, a partial eclipse is seen.”
“Keep⟳ the filter on the camera for all the exposures unless you’re in the path of totality.”
“The path of totality can extend⟳ for many thousands of miles, and the duration of totality in any one place⟳ can be as long as about seven minutes.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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