harvest moon
The 'harvest moon' is a significant astronomical event tied to the autumnal equinox, often celebrated in various cultural traditions for its historical importance to agriculture.
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Definition
B2Astronomy
(general)The full moon occurring closest to the autumnal equinox, often appearing larger and more orange due to its low position in the sky.
Example
- The harvest moon lit up the night sky with a warm, orange glow.
B2Agriculture
(historical, cultural)A full moon that provided extra light for farmers to harvest their crops late into the night.
Example
- Farmers relied on the harvest moon to gather their crops before the frost set in.
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