new moon
Plural
new moons
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the moon when only a small portion of its bright side is visible from the earth
- Skywatchers eagerly awaited the appearance of the new moon.
- Many religious observances were tied to the appearance of the new moon.
- During a new moon, the sky appears darker because the moon is not visible from Earth.
- The planting of crops traditionally occurs during the new moon phase for optimal growth.
- Astronomers study the alignment of celestial bodies during a new moon to observe faint stars and galaxies.
Synonyms:
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the period when the moon has a curved shape and only a small part of its bright side is visible from the earth
- Families planned a night of watching the stars during the new moon, enjoying the dark sky with a subtle crescent moon.
- Some communities have small celebrations during the new moon, considering it a unique time for gatherings or events.
- Gardeners scheduled planting activities around the new moon.