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saros
/ˈsɛərɒs/
Definition
1
A lunar cycle of approximately 6,585.32 days (about 18 years and 11 days), at the end of which the Earth, Moon, and Sun return to nearly the same relative positions, leading to a repetition of eclipses.
2
An astronomical period used to predict the recurrence of solar and lunar eclipses in a similar sequence and location.
Examples
Astronomers track the saros cycle to predict eclipses, turning cosmic chaos into a predictable rerun.
My dating life feels like it's trapped in a saros—every 18 years, I fall for the exact same type.
During the saros eclipse, even skeptics grabbed their phone to capture the moon's dramatic comeback tour.
Forget horoscopes; the saros cycle proves the universe loves a good sequel.