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The middle bone of the proximal series of the carpus in the wrist, which is shaped like a half-moon.

An observation of a lunar distance, especially for establishing the longitude of a ship at sea.

Of, pertaining to, or resembling the Moon (that is, Luna, the Earth's moon); Lunar.

Example: lunar observations  a lunar eclipse

Shaped like a crescent moon; lunate.

(Believed to be) influenced by the Moon, as in character, growth, or properties.

Of or pertaining to silver (which was symbolically associated with the Moon by alchemists).