Morning
/ˈmɔːrn.ɪŋ/noun
The period of time from dawn until noon.
Did you know?The word 'morning' is linked to the Old English term meaning 'the time of light', reflecting humanity's deep connection to the sun's rebirth each day.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*mer-
“to shine or to be bright, connected to light.”
Old English
Old English
morgen
“the period of daylight after night, often associated with new beginnings.”
Middle English
Middle English
morwening
“the time of day when light begins to return, a time of awakening.”
Modern English
English
morning
“the early part of the day, symbolizing renewal and the start of daily life.”