diurno
daytime
adjective DYOOR-noh Rare
Origin: From Latin diurnus (of the day), from dies (day).
Also means
diurnal
Usage Note
Diurno agrees in gender and number: diurna, diurni, diurne. It is mostly a formal or technical adjective contrasted with notturno (nocturnal). Common collocations include orario diurno (daytime hours), turno diurno (day shift), and in zoology/botany animale/fiore diurno.
Examples
"Gli animali diurni sono attivi durante il giorno."
Natural Translation
Diurnal animals are active during the day.

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