Definition

Having a shape that resembles a crescent or a half-moon.

Example

The lunate bone in the wrist is shaped like a crescent.

Conversation

Have you seen the lunate shapes in the new art exhibit?

Yeah, they really caught my eye!

I love how they play with light and shadow, especially the lunate forms.

Absolutely! They create such a unique atmosphere in the space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A small stone tool, often shaped like a crescent, that was used in ancient times, particularly during the Mesolithic Period, likely as an arrowhead.

Example

The archaeologist discovered a lunate in the excavation site, which provided insight into the tools used by ancient peoples.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new archaeological find near the river?

Yeah, they discovered a bunch of ancient tools, including a lunate.

I wonder how they used that lunate back in the Mesolithic period.

Root Explanation

Lunate → It is formed from "luna" (from Latin, meaning moon) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating having the quality of). The word "lunate" refers to something that has the shape or characteristics of a moon, often used in anatomical contexts to describe a crescent shape.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'luna' which means moon, and remember that 'lunate' describes something that has a moon-like shape.

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