solar UK /ˈsəʊ.lə/US /ˈsoʊ.ləɹ/adjective 5noun 3forms 1 adjective5 •connected with the sun, or coming from itsolar rays •Produced by the action of the sun, or peculiarly affected by its influence.They denominate some herbs solar, and some lunar. — 1627 •Employing solar power. •Measured by the progress or revolution of the sun in the ecliptic; as, the solar year. •(no longer used) Born under the predominant influence of the sun.and proud beside, as solar people are — 1700 noun3 •(historical) A loft or upper chamber forming the private accommodation of the head of the household in a medieval hall; a garret room. •Ellipsis of solar energy. •A fictional currency used in science fiction. formssolars