Moonlit: meaning, definitions and examples
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moonlit
[ ˈmuːnlɪt ]
night sky
Moonlit refers to something that is illuminated by the light of the moon. This term is often used to describe scenes or landscapes that are visible at night due to the glow provided by the moon.
Synonyms
illuminated, lunar, night-lit
Examples of usage
- They took a moonlit stroll along the beach.
- The garden looked enchanting under moonlit skies.
- A moonlit night is perfect for stargazing.
Translations
Translations of the word "moonlit" in other languages:
🇵🇹 iluminado pela lua
🇮🇳 चाँदनी
🇩🇪 mondbeschienen
🇮🇩 diterangi bulan
🇺🇦 місячний
🇵🇱 oświetlony przez księżyc
🇯🇵 月明かりの
🇫🇷 éclairé par la lune
🇪🇸 iluminado por la luna
🇹🇷 ay ışığıyla aydınlatılmış
🇰🇷 달빛의
🇸🇦 مضيء بضوء القمر
🇨🇿 osvětlený měsícem
🇸🇰 osvetlený mesiacom
🇨🇳 月光照耀的
🇸🇮 osvetljen z luno
🇮🇸 mánaðarljós
🇰🇿 ай жарығымен жарықтандырылған
🇬🇪 მთვარის განათებული
🇦🇿 ayı işıqlandıran
🇲🇽 iluminado por la luna
Etymology
The term 'moonlit' originates from the combination of 'moon' and the Old English suffix '-lit,' which means 'lighted by.' The word 'moon' itself comes from the Proto-Germanic word '*mēnô,' which refers to the monthly cycle of the lunar phases. The concept of moonlight has fascinated humans since ancient times, inspiring poetry, art, and folklore around the world. Historically, moonlit nights were often associated with romance and mystery, setting the scene for many cultural narratives. The blending of natural beauty and light has made 'moonlit' a favored descriptor in literature and everyday language.