Definition

Having the shape of a half-moon or crescent.

Example

The semilunar shape of the arch made the building look elegant.

Conversation

Have you seen that new park with the semilunar benches?

Yeah, I love how they look!

It's such a cool design, right?

Definitely! They add a nice touch to the whole area.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Semilunar → It is formed from "semi-" (meaning half) and "lunaris" (from Latin "luna", meaning moon). The word "semilunar" refers to something that is half-moon shaped or resembling a half-moon.

Memory Tip

Think of 'half' ('semi-') of a 'moon' ('luna') to remember that 'semilunar' describes something that looks like a half-moon.

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