Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
waxing-moon
noun
/ˈwæksɪŋ muːn/
Definition
The phase of the moon when it is transitioning from new to full, appearing to grow larger each night.
Examples
- The waxing moon cast a gentle light over the landscape as night fell.
- Many gardeners believe that planting during a waxing moon leads to better growth.
- The ancient sailors used the waxing moon to navigate their paths on the open sea.
Meaning
The term ‘waxing moon’ refers to the increasing visibility of the moon as more of its surface is illuminated by the sun during this phase.
Synonyms
- growing moon
- increasing moon
