What is the meaning of diurnal?

adjective

  • Of or belonging to or active during the day.
    • usage: "diurnal animals are active during the day"; "diurnal flowers are open during the day and closed at night"; "diurnal and nocturnal offices"
  • Having a daily cycle or occurring every day.
    • usage: "diurnal rotation of the heavens"
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