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1.nounA visible, narrow, and intense (relative to ambient light) ray of sunlight.
2.nounAn item of cutlery or crockery laid out on a table, but not used, and which can be returned to the drawer without being washed.
3.nounAny of various lycaenid butterflies of the genus Curetis.
4.nounAny hummingbird of the genus Aglaeactis.
5.nounThe direct rays, light or warmth of the sun."We were warmed by the bright sunshine."
6.nounA location on which the sun's rays fall."We moved out of the shade and into the sunshine."
7.nounGeniality or cheerfulness."I enjoyed the sunshine of her smile."
8.nounA source of cheerfulness or joy.
9.nounThe effect which the sun has when it lights and warms some place.
10.nounFriendly form of address often reserved for juniors."Alright sunshine, safe to cross now."
11.nounIronic form of address used to an inferior or troublemaker."OK, sunshine, listen up and listen good. There's five vandalised telephone boxes out there and I know you're responsible."
12.nounUsed to address someone who has just woken up and/or is very sleepy."Good morning, sunshine!"