full moon
A "full moon" occurs when the Moon is fully illuminated from Earth's perspective, often inspiring cultural and emotional significance.
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Definition
B2Astronomy
(technical)The phase when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun, visible as a complete circle from Earth.
Example
- During a full moon, the entire surface of the Moon facing Earth is lit up.
B1General
(common)The time when the Moon appears fully lit and round in the sky.
Example
- Many people find the full moon to be a beautiful and inspiring sight.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "full moon":
new moonblue moonold moonyoung moonlunar monthfingernail moonharvest moonmoon unithigh tidesynodic monthshoot the moonclair de lune