moonlight

[ˈmuːnlaɪt]

moonlight Definition

  • 1the light of the moon
  • 2work that is done at night, especially illegal or secret work

Using moonlight: Examples

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

  • Example

    The garden was bathed in moonlight.

  • Example

    He earns extra money by moonlighting as a DJ.

  • Example

    The couple went for a moonlight walk on the beach.

moonlight Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for moonlight

Phrases with moonlight

  • in the light of the moon

    Example

    They walked home by the light of the moon.

  • a sudden and secret departure, especially to avoid paying debts

    Example

    The tenants did a moonlight flit, leaving behind unpaid rent and damages.

  • a piano sonata by Ludwig van Beethoven, named after its resemblance to moonlight shining on Lake Lucerne

    Example

    The pianist played the first movement of the Moonlight Sonata beautifully.

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Summary: moonlight in Brief

The term 'moonlight' [ˈmuːnlaɪt] refers to the light of the moon and work done at night, especially illegal or secret work. It is used in phrases like 'by the light of the moon,' and 'moonlight flit,' which means a sudden and secret departure. 'Moonlight' is also the name of a famous piano sonata by Beethoven.

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