fingernail moon
The term "fingernail moon" can refer to both a phase of the moon and a part of the human fingernail that resembles a crescent shape.
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Definition
B2Astronomy
(informal)A small, curved sliver of the moon visible just after or just before the new moon.
Example
- The fingernail moon hung low in the sky, casting a faint glow over the landscape.
- We could barely see the fingernail moon through the clouds.
C1Health
(technical)The white, crescent-shaped area at the base of a fingernail, part of the nail matrix where new cells are produced.
Example
- The doctor examined the lunula of her fingernail for any signs of health issues.
- A prominent fingernail moon can sometimes indicate good circulation and health.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fingernail moon":
old moonyoung moonfull moonmoon unitblue moonnew moonlunar monthnail plate