moon unit
"Moon unit" has diverse meanings, including an astronomical measurement, a name, and an informal slang term.
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Definition
C2Informal
(slang, derogatory)A person perceived as foolish or lacking intelligence.
Example
- Don't be such a moon unit, read the instructions first!
- He acted like a total moon unit during the meeting.
C1Astronomy
(technical)The average distance between the centers of the Earth and the Moon, approximately 384,402 kilometers.
Example
- Scientists measured the moon unit to calculate the trajectory of the spacecraft.
B2Names
(proper noun)A gender-neutral name created by musician Frank Zappa for his daughter.
Example
- Moon Unit Zappa is known for her unique name and contributions to the arts.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "moon unit":
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