moon

moon · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The natural satellite of the earth, visible by reflected light from the sun.

  2. 2.

    A natural satellite of any planet.

  3. 3.

    A month, especially in literary contexts.

  4. 4.

    Something resembling a moon in shape.

  5. 5.

    To behave or move in a listless, dreamy manner.

  6. 6.

    (informal) To expose one's buttocks as a prank.

Forms

plural: moons

Related words

See also: satellite, star, sun
Synonyms: lunar body, satellite

Etymology

From Old English "mona," from Proto-Germanic "menon," from Proto-Indo-European "meh₁not-" meaning "moon, month." Related to "month" and Latin "mensis" (month).