Lunar

/ˈluːnər/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to the moon.

The lunar calendar is based on the phases of the moon.

Of or pertaining to the moon's characteristics or qualities.

The lunar landscape is stark and beautiful, covered in craters.

Occurring during a lunar event, such as a lunar eclipse.

She marveled at the lunar eclipse that turned the moon a shade of red.

Pertaining to the lunar cycle or the measurement of time based on the moon.

Farming practices in some cultures follow the lunar phases to optimize growth.

From Latin 'lunaris', from 'luna' meaning 'moon'.

lunar eclipse

An event where the Earth comes between the sun and the moon.

lunar landscape

Referring to a barren or desolate area resembling the moon's surface.

lunatic

An old term for someone thought to be influenced by the moon's phases.

lunation

The period between two new moons.

Used to describe someone who is acting strange or eccentric.

She's acting a bit lunar today.