partial eclipse

British

noun

an eclipse, esp of the sun, in which the body is only partially hidden Compare total eclipse annular eclipse

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partial eclipse Scientific

An eclipse in which only part of the surface of a celestial object is obscured.
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partial eclipse

Depending where you are, the partial eclipse looked as if the Moon was taking a nibble or a gigantic bite out of the Sun.

From BBC ● Mar. 29, 2025

Even during a partial eclipse, it is never safe to look directly at the Sun with the naked eye as it can cause eye damage, including blindness.

From BBC ● Mar. 28, 2025

Parts that are nearby will see a partial eclipse.

From BBC ● Mar. 14, 2025

The partial eclipse will reach its maximum at 2.40am.

From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2024

Although total in Portugal, it was only a partial eclipse in Copenhagen.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin

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