moon

[muːn]

moon Definition

• 1. the natural satellite of the earth, visible (chiefly at night) by reflected light from the sun.
• 2. a month, typically a lunar month (approximately 29.5 days).

Using moon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "moon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The moon is full tonight.

• Example

  The astronauts landed on the moon.

• Example

  It takes about 29.5 days for the moon to orbit the Earth.

• Example

  The festival is celebrated on the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month.

moon Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for moon

• satellite
• lunar body
• celestial body

Phrases with moon

• once in a blue moon

  very rarely

  Example

  I only go to the cinema once in a blue moon.

• over the moon

  extremely happy

  Example

  She was over the moon when she got the job.

• shoot for the moon

  aim for a very ambitious target

  Example

  I know it's a long shot, but I'm going to shoot for the moon and apply for the CEO position.

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Summary: moon in Brief

The term 'moon' [muːn] refers to the natural satellite of the Earth, visible by reflected light from the sun. It also denotes a month, typically a lunar month. Examples include 'The astronauts landed on the moon,' and 'It takes about 29.5 days for the moon to orbit the Earth.' Phrases like 'once in a blue moon' indicate rarity, while 'over the moon' denotes extreme happiness, and 'shoot for the moon' implies aiming for an ambitious target.