Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crescent
noun, adjective
/ˈkrɛs.ənt/
Definition
A shape that is like a segment of a circle, often associated with the moon in its first or last quarter phase.
Examples
- The crescent moon was beautifully visible in the night sky.
- She wore a crescent-shaped pendant around her neck.
Meaning
Relating to or resembling the shape of the moon when it is partially illuminated.
Synonyms
- Arc
- Quarter
- Moon
