English · Nature & Environment
solar
/ˈsoʊ.lər/
[/ˈsoʊ.lər/]
relating to the sun
Beginneradjective
Definition
Relating to or powered by the energy of the sun.
Example
They installed solar panels on the roof to cut their electricity bills and emissions.
They installed solar panels on the roof to cut their electricity bills and emissions.
Etymology
From Latin 'solaris', from 'sol' meaning sun.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in 'solar power', 'solar panel', and 'solar system'.