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Eclipse

Noun:

1. An astronomical event that occurs when one celestial body moves into the shadow of another, specifically when the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, resulting in the temporary darkening of the Sun's light visible from Earth.

Sample Sentence: During the solar eclipse, the moon blocked the sun, casting a shadow on the Earth.

2. A loss of significance or power resulting from overshadowing or outshining.

Sample Sentence: The rise of smartphones has caused an eclipse in the popularity of traditional flip phones.

Verb:

1. Obstructing the light from, or to, (a celestial body) in an eclipse.

Sample Sentence: The Earth eclipsed the Moon during the lunar eclipse, causing it to appear to disappear momentarily.

2. To surpass or overshadow in importance, fame, or achievement.

Sample Sentence: The talented newcomer quickly eclipsed the established actor's popularity.

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