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lunar

/ˈl(j)uːnə/ /ˈlunɚ/

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noun

Mondbein

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

Examples :

"After the fall, the doctor ordered an X-ray to check for any damage to her wrist, specifically looking at the lunar and other carpal bones. "

Nach dem Sturz ordnete der Arzt ein Röntgenbild an, um mögliche Schäden an ihrem Handgelenk zu untersuchen, wobei er insbesondere das Mondbein und andere Handwurzelknochen betrachtete.

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noun

Monddistanzbeobachtung

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

Examples :

"The astronomer used a lunar observation to calculate the ship's precise location. "

Der Astronom nutzte eine Monddistanzbeobachtung, um die genaue Position des Schiffs zu berechnen.

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adjective

Mond-, lunar

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

Examples :

"lunar observations a lunar eclipse"

Mondbeobachtungen; eine Mondfinsternis

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adjective

Mondförmig, sichelförmig

Shaped like a crescent moon; lunate.

Examples :

"The artist painted a lunar smile on the cartoon cat, giving it a whimsical look. "

Der Künstler malte dem Zeichentrickkater ein mondförmiges Lächeln, was ihm ein skurriles Aussehen verlieh.

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adjective

Vom Mond beeinflusst

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

Examples :

"Some gardeners believe that planting vegetables according to a lunar calendar, following the phases of the moon, results in better harvests. "

Manche Gärtner glauben, dass das Pflanzen von Gemüse nach einem Mondkalender, der den Mondphasen folgt, zu besseren Ernten führt.

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adjective

Silbern, silberartig

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

Examples :

"The alchemist's prized lunar silver goblet reflected the moonlight beautifully. "

Der geschätzte silberartige Silberkelch des Alchemisten reflektierte das Mondlicht wunderschön.

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adjective

Mond-

Of or pertaining to travel through space between the Earth and the Moon, or exploration and scientific investigation of the Moon.

Examples :

"The lunar module landed safely on the moon's surface. "

Das Mondmodul landete sicher auf der Mondoberfläche.

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