full moon

noun

: the moon with its whole apparent disk illuminated

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Though the full moon in Leo peaked on February 1, 2026, its astrological energy is still plenty strong, setting us up to speak our truth on a collective and individual level. Katharina Fuchs, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2026 The best viewing window is 15 to 30 minutes after sunset during the last week of February, looking toward the western sky, though a bright, nearly full moon on February 28 may make fainter planets harder to see. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Feb. 2026 The full moon in Leo, for instance, exposed financial pressures or self-worth issues that demand emotional honesty. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026 The GableStage production, lovingly directed by Cruz, begins with a full moon casting its light on a shimmering, undulating ocean, the first of many breathtaking projections by Jamie Godwin. Mary Damiano, Miami Herald, 2 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for full moon

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of full moon was before the 12th century

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“Full moon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full%20moon. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

full moon

noun
: the moon with its whole disk lighted
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