Definition

A small moon or satellite that orbits a planet or another celestial body.

Example

The planet has a lunet that shines brightly in the night sky.

Conversation

Did you see that little lunet in the night sky last night?

Yeah, it was so bright and beautiful!

I didn't know there were such tiny moons out there.

Me neither! It's fascinating how many lunets exist around other planets.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lunet → The word originates from the French word 'lunette', meaning 'little moon' or 'small moon', which is derived from 'lune' (meaning moon). The term refers to a crescent shape or something that resembles a small moon.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word for moon, 'lune', to remember that 'lunet' refers to something that resembles a small moon.

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