Moon: meaning, definitions and examples

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moon

 

[ muหn ]

Context #1 | Noun

in the sky

The moon is the natural satellite of the Earth, visible by reflecting the light of the sun. It has a significant impact on the Earth's tides and has been a source of fascination and inspiration for humans throughout history.

Synonyms

celestial body, lunar satellite, orb.

Examples of usage

  • The moon looks beautiful tonight.
  • She gazed up at the moon, feeling a sense of peace.
  • The moon appears to change shape throughout the month.
  • We could see the moon shining brightly in the night sky.
  • The moon is often associated with romance and mystery.
Context #2 | Noun

in a metaphorical sense

The term 'moon' is also used metaphorically to refer to something that is distant, mysterious, or unreachable. It can symbolize dreams, aspirations, or unattainable goals.

Synonyms

aspirations, dreams, unreachable goals.

Examples of usage

  • She's always chasing after the moon, never satisfied with what she has.
  • His dreams are as unreachable as the moon in the sky.
  • Don't be afraid to reach for the moon and stars.
  • The idea of traveling to outer space seemed as far-fetched as touching the moon.
  • The moon represents the unattainable perfection we often strive for.

Translations

Translations of the word "moon" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lua

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคพเคเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mond

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bulan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ััั†ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ksiฤ™ลผyc

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆœˆ (ใคใ, tsuki)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lune

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ luna

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ay

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹ฌ (dal)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ู…ุฑ (qamar)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mฤ›sรญc

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mesiac

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœˆไบฎ (yuรจliร ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ luna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tungl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ—แƒ•แƒแƒ แƒ” (mtvare)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ay

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ luna

Etymology

The word 'moon' originated from the Old English word 'mลna', which is ultimately derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'mฤ“nรด'. The concept of the moon has been significant in various cultures and mythologies, often associated with deities and natural cycles. Throughout history, the moon has inspired poetry, art, and scientific exploration.

See also: moonshiner.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,392, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.