analemma
/ˌænəˈlɛmə/
noun
- A diagram or curve showing the position of the sun in the sky at the same time each day over a year, shaped like a figure eight.
- The analemma is often printed on globes to show the sun's changing position.
- Photographers use the analemma to plan sun-related time-lapse projects.
- My astronomy teacher drew an analemma on the board to explain seasonal time differences.