mascon

[ mas-kon ]

noun

, Geology.

1. a massive concentration of high-density material beneath the surface of the moon.

mascon

/ ˈmæskɒn /

noun

1. any of several lunar regions of high gravity

Word History and Origins

Origin of mascon¹

First recorded in 1965–70; mas(s) + con(centration)

Word History and Origins

Origin of mascon¹

C20: from mas ( s ) + con ( centration )

Example Sentences

Here she was met by a priest, "Dr. John of Mascon, a very wise man," who looked at her in pity and in wonder.

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