Definition

Having the shape of a half-moon or semicircle.

Example

The demilune design on the wall added a unique touch to the room.

Conversation

I just saw a really cool art piece that was demilune shaped.

That sounds interesting! What was it about?

It had a beautiful blend of colors and the demilune form added a nice touch.

I love when art plays with shapes like that; it makes it so unique.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Demilune → It is formed from "demi-" (from French, meaning half) and "lune" (from Latin "luna", meaning moon). The word "demilune" refers to a half-moon shape or crescent.

Memory Tip

Think of 'demi-' meaning half and 'lune' meaning moon — this helps you remember that a demilune is a half-moon shape.

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