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half-moon

[ haf-moon, hahf- ]

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noun

the moon when, at either quadrature, half its disk is illuminated.
the phase of the moon at this time.
something having the shape of a half-moon or crescent.

Half Moon

noun

the ship in which Henry Hudson made his voyage to explore America in 1609.

half-moon

noun

the moon at first or last quarter when half its face is illuminated
the time at which a half-moon occurs
1. something shaped like a half-moon
2. ( as modifier )
  half-moon spectacles
anatomy a nontechnical name for lunula

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Word History and Origins

Origin of half-moon¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425

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Example Sentences

To this day, when the pool is drained, the hotel retouches the lines, refreshing Hockney’s iconic blue half-moon marks every year or so.

From Los Angeles Times

Guests will be able to visit 10 wineries for tastings — some of which are offering additional attractions like an eclipse eve tarot card reading, special slushies and half-moon cookies.

From Seattle Times

The largest planet in the solar system will dominate the early evening sky on January 18, appearing beside a glowing half-moon.

From National Geographic

The barrel is decorated with a sun, a half-moon and a Sinhalese lion, the symbols of the King of Kandy.

From Seattle Times

The barrel is decorated with the symbols of the King of Kandy: a sun, a half-moon and a Sinhalese lion.

From Washington Times

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halfmoon half mourning

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