Definition

A ray of light that comes from the moon.

Example

The moonbeam illuminated the dark forest, creating a magical atmosphere.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a moonbeam shining through the trees?

Yeah, it looks magical when it happens at night.

I love how it creates such beautiful shadows on the ground.

Absolutely! It makes everything feel so peaceful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Moonbeam → The word is formed from "moon" (from Old English *mōna*, meaning the natural satellite of Earth) and "beam" (from Old English *bēam*, meaning a ray or beam of light). Together, they describe a ray of light that comes from the moon.

Memory Tip

Imagine a ray of light shining down from the moon — that's what a moonbeam is, combining the moon's light with the idea of a beam.

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