Diurnal arc

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The arc described by the sun during the daytime or while above the horizon; hence, the arc described by the moon or a star from rising to setting.[1]

"Ere twice the horses of the sun shall bring Their fiery coacher his diurnal ring..."
-Wm. Shakespeare, All's Well That Ends Well, Act II

References

  1. die.net Online dictionary