sunburst

Noun

 * 1)  A figure or shape showing rays radiating from a central point.
 * 2)  A strong outburst of sunlight.
 * 3)  A style of finish for musical instruments such as guitars, having an area of lighter color (often showing the wood grain underneath) that darkens gradually towards a dark outer rim.
 * 1)  A style of finish for musical instruments such as guitars, having an area of lighter color (often showing the wood grain underneath) that darkens gradually towards a dark outer rim.

Derived terms

 * sunburst chart
 * sunburstery