horizon
Translation
horizon
Examples
The sun set below the horizon.
The sun set below the horizon.
This new job will broaden my horizons.
This new job will broaden my horizons.
Grammar Patterns
on the horizon at the line where the earth and sky appear to meet A ship appeared on the horizon.
broaden one's horizons to expand one's range of interests or knowledge Traveling can broaden your horizons.
Similar Words
Synonyms: skyline, limit, scope
Etymology
From Greek 'horizōn', meaning 'bounding' or 'limiting'.
Memory Tips
The word 'horizon' contains 'horiz-', just like 'horizontal'. The horizon is a horizontal line.