paraselene

[ˌpærəsɪˈliːniː]

paraselene Definition

a bright spot in the sky appearing on either side of the moon, caused by the reflection of moonlight by ice crystals in the atmosphere.

Using paraselene: Examples

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  • Example

    The paraselene was a beautiful sight to behold.

  • Example

    The paraselene is also known as a 'moon dog.'

Origins of paraselene

from Greek 'para-' meaning 'beside' and 'selēnē' meaning 'moon'

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Summary: paraselene in Brief

'Paraselene' [ˌpærəsɪˈliːniː] is a noun that refers to a bright spot in the sky appearing on either side of the moon. It is caused by the reflection of moonlight by ice crystals in the atmosphere. It is also known as a 'moon dog.'