civil time
"Civil time" is the legally recognized time set by civilian authorities, usually aligned with time zones and adjusted for daylight saving.
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Definition
B2General
(standard, legal)The official time established by civilian authorities for daily activities, usually based on time zones and adjusted for daylight saving.
Example
- Civil time in New York is based on Eastern Standard Time.
- During daylight saving time, civil time is adjusted forward by one hour.
C1Astronomy
(technical)Mean solar time calculated from midnight, used in standard timekeeping.
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