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Lunar

/ˈl(j)uːnə/

The middle bone of the proximal series of the carpus in the wrist, which is shaped like a half-moon.

📖 Definitions of "Lunar"

noun
  1. 1

    The middle bone of the proximal series of the carpus in the wrist, which is shaped like a half-moon.

  2. 2

    An observation of a lunar distance, especially for establishing the longitude of a ship at sea.

adjective
  1. 1

    Of, pertaining to, or resembling the Moon (that is, Luna, the Earth's moon); Lunar.

    "lunar observations  a lunar eclipse"

  2. 2

    Shaped like a crescent moon; lunate.

  3. 3

    (Believed to be) influenced by the Moon, as in character, growth, or properties.

  4. 4

    Of or pertaining to silver (which was symbolically associated with the Moon by alchemists).

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