noun Download 🔗Share 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. " anatomy body Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share 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. " astronomy nautical space sailing science technology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share Of, pertaining to, or resembling the Moon (that is, Luna, the Earth's moon); Lunar. Examples : "lunar observations a lunar eclipse" astronomy space Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share Shaped like a crescent moon; lunate. Examples : "The artist painted a lunar smile on the cartoon cat, giving it a whimsical look. " astronomy space Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share (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. " astronomy astrology nature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share 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. " astronomy astrology mythology material substance Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share 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. " astronomy space science technology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
