magichour
nounUK /ˈmædʒɪk aʊə/
US /ˈmædʒɪk aʊər/
The magic hour is the pretty time just after sunrise or before sunset when the light looks soft and golden.
We took photos at the beach during the magic hour.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A special time in the evening when a place feels calm and full of wonder.
The carnival had a magic hour when all the lights came on.
3. In film and TV, the short period when outdoor scenes are filmed in warm, low sunlight.
The director scheduled the scene for the magic hour.
4. A happy, easy time in a child's day, often before bed.
Story time is our magic hour at home.