moon phases

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noun

The different shapes of the Moon's directly sunlit portion as seen from Earth, which follow a regular cycle of approximately 29.5 days.

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The timepiece includes moon phases, an alarm and thermometer and was described as "one of the world's most complicated vintage pocket watches ever made".

From BBC ● Nov. 17, 2025

Solar and lunar eclipses — which happen during the new moon and full moon phases, respectively — always come in pairs.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 3, 2024

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Possible Synonyms

cycle of the moon
lunar phases
stages of the moon
lunar appearances
lunation

Possible Antonyms

solar stasis
lunar standstill

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