The word solstice has Latin origins, and means…

The word solstice has Latin origins, and means…

A Sun watch
B First sun
C Sun standstill

Solstice derives from the Latin term solstitium. Sol means ‘sun,’ and the past participle stem of ister means ‘to make stand.’ The sun appears to pause in the days surrounding the solstice.

The correct answer is Sun standstill.

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