Aristarchus calculated that the Sun is about nineteen times farther than the Moon; it is actually about 390 times farther than the Moon. Another ancient Greek astronomer, Eratosthenes (276-194 BC), estimated the distance between Earth and Sun to be either 4,080,000 stadia or 804,000,000 stadia.
Learner's definition of SCOWL. [no object] : to look at someone or something in a way that shows anger or disapproval. The teacher scowled [=glowered] at me when I walked in late. She scowled [=frowned] in response to his question.
Learner's definition of WINCE. [no object] : to have an expression on your face for a very short time which shows that you are embarrassed or in pain. She winced [=grimaced] (in pain) when she hit her elbow. I wince [=cringe] with embarrassment whenever I think of that day. [+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples