evening star
The term 'evening star' commonly refers to bright celestial bodies seen after sunset, particularly Venus. It also appears in stock market terminology and various cultural works.
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Definition
B1Astronomy
(common)A bright planet, usually Venus, visible in the western sky after sunset.
Example
- Venus is often called the evening star because of its brightness in the evening sky.
- As the sun set, the evening star appeared, shining brightly in the twilight.
C1Finance
(technical)A bearish candlestick pattern indicating a potential reversal of an upward trend.
Example
- Traders watch for the evening star pattern as a signal to sell.
- The appearance of an evening star suggests that the stock's price might decline.
B2Literature
(cultural)A term used in various literary and artistic works, often symbolizing beauty or transition.
Example
- In Poe's poem, the evening star symbolizes a guiding light in the darkness.
- The evening star is a recurring motif in Blake's poetry, representing hope and change.
Similar
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