wet moon en · NOUN
Etymology
wet + moon. In some cultures, when the moon sits perfectly flat, it is "holding" water. As the year progresses and the crescent rotates, it is said to "pour out" its water (creating rain), leaving a "dry moon."
Meanings
- A visual phenomenon when a crescent moon tilts so its "horns" point upward, resembling a bowl or a smile.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| wet moons | Number=Plur | lexicographic |