Lighter Outer Part of a Shadow Around an Eclipse

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Babies and Toddlers, Group 1668, Puzzle 4 (Cuddling and Bonding).

Question is: Lighter Outer Part of a Shadow Around an Eclipse

and the answer is: PENUMBRA

Word Meaning:

PENUMBRA — A partially shaded area around the edges of a shadow, especially an eclipse.

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