daybreak
pronunciation
How to pronounce daybreak in British English:
UK [ˈdeɪbreɪk]
How to pronounce daybreak in American English:
US [ˈdeˌbrek]
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- Noun:
- the first light of day
Word Origin
- daybreak (n.)
- 1520s, from day + break (n.).
Antonym
Example
- 1. Before daybreak they had already wiped out all the enemy troops .
- 2. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of their captivity .
- 3. It is well to be up before daybreak , for such habits contribute to health , wealth , and wisdom .
- 4. By comparison getting a flat tire on the way to work or spraining your ankle playing basketball after work would still be much easier than eating a live frog at daybreak ?
- 5. I know some who write through the night and others who get up early to work , before daybreak .