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Moonless

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

During which no phase of the Moon is visible to provide light, whether because of cloud cover or because of a new moon..

Definitions by Sense

  1. During which no phase of the Moon is visible to provide light, whether because of cloud cover or because of a new moon.
  2. (informal, of a planet) Having no natural satellite.

Example Sentences

And they played softly in the Aeolian mode a music that was like the wailing of wind through bare branches on a moonless night, and the Red Foliot leaned forth from his high seat and recited this lamentation: […]

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does moonless mean?

Moonless means During which no phase of the Moon is visible to provide light, whether because of cloud cover or because of a new moon..

What is a synonym for moonless?

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What is the opposite of moonless?

Possible antonyms include moonlit, moonful, moony.

How do you use moonless in a sentence?

And they played softly in the Aeolian mode a music that was like the wailing of wind through bare branches on a moonless night, and the Red Foliot leaned forth from his high seat and recited this lamentation: […]

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