Definition

A crescent-shaped area on a flat surface or a curved surface, formed by two curved lines or circles.

Example

The artist painted a beautiful lune in the sky, capturing the moon's crescent shape.

Conversation

Did you see that beautiful lune shape in the sky last night?

Yeah, it looked stunning against the stars!

I love how a lune can create such unique patterns.

Me too! Nature really knows how to impress us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Lune** → The word 'lune' comes from Old French *lune*, which is derived from Latin *luna*, meaning moon. It refers specifically to the moon or a crescent shape resembling the moon.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for moon, 'luna', to remember that 'lune' relates to the moon.

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