Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crescent
Noun / Adjective
/ˈkrɛs.ənt/
Definition
A shape resembling a segment of a ring that is wider at one end than the other.
Examples
- The crescent moon was beautifully visible in the night sky.
- A crescent-shaped pastry can be found in bakeries around the world.
- The park was designed with a lovely crescent path that curves around the gardens.
Meaning
The term ‘crescent’ commonly refers to the shape of the moon when it is less than half full, often seen as a thin, curved slice.
Synonyms
- Arc
- Curve
- Segment
- Sickle
- Gibbous
