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lunar month

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun lunar month has 1 sense
  1. lunar month, moon, lunation, synodic month - the period between successive new moons (29.531 days)
    --1 is a kind of month
    --1 is a part of lunar year

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Lunar Month

Definition

A lunar month refers to the duration of time it takes for the moon to complete one full orbit around the Earth, which is approximately 29.5 days.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1 - Astronomy:

In astronomy, a lunar month is a period of time defined by the moon's phases, specifically the time it takes for the moon to go from one new moon to the next new moon.

Example Sentence: The lunar month influences the timing of religious festivals in many cultures.

Sense 2 - Calendar System:

In some calendar systems, a lunar month is used as a unit of time measurement, with each month consisting of one complete lunar cycle.

Example Sentence: The Islamic calendar follows a lunar month system with each month starting with the sighting of the new moon.

Sense 3 - Folklore and Traditions:

In various folklore and traditions, the lunar month holds cultural significance, often associated with different festivals, rituals, and celebrations.

Example Sentence: During the lunar month of Ramadan, Muslims around the world observe fasting from dawn until sunset.

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