lunation
noun
lu·na·tion
lü-ˈnā-shən 
: the period of time averaging 29 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes, and 2.8 seconds elapsing between two successive new moons
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There are many reasons why March's lunation is called the Worm Moon.
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Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2024
This major lunation is going to bring undeniable shifts and changes for all zodiac signs, but especially for Libra, Gemini, Aquarius, Cancer, Aries, and Capricorn placements.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2024
Nicknamed the Snow Moon, this month's lunation reaches its peak at 7:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 24 — exactly 10 days after Valentine's Day this year.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 14 Feb. 2024
Signifying the 10th sign of the zodiac, February's lunation will be a new moon in Aquarius, meaning this air sign's vibes will be electrifying the cosmos.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2024
The lunation in 2022, aspected Jupiter, in Aries then, heightening our sensitivities and emotions.
—Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 21 Dec. 2023
The upcoming lunation rises a few weeks after its corresponding new moon, which peaked on Dec. 12.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 15 Dec. 2023
This is a lunation that encourages us to feel comfortable with our ever-changing emotional experience.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2023
The holidays are a busy time of year for all — but Cancers, this lunation will be even more so for you!
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 12 Dec. 2023
Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2024
This major lunation is going to bring undeniable shifts and changes for all zodiac signs, but especially for Libra, Gemini, Aquarius, Cancer, Aries, and Capricorn placements.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2024
Nicknamed the Snow Moon, this month's lunation reaches its peak at 7:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 24 — exactly 10 days after Valentine's Day this year.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 14 Feb. 2024
Signifying the 10th sign of the zodiac, February's lunation will be a new moon in Aquarius, meaning this air sign's vibes will be electrifying the cosmos.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2024
The lunation in 2022, aspected Jupiter, in Aries then, heightening our sensitivities and emotions.
—Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 21 Dec. 2023
The upcoming lunation rises a few weeks after its corresponding new moon, which peaked on Dec. 12.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 15 Dec. 2023
This is a lunation that encourages us to feel comfortable with our ever-changing emotional experience.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2023
The holidays are a busy time of year for all — but Cancers, this lunation will be even more so for you!
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 12 Dec. 2023
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English lunacioun, from Anglo-French lunaison, from Medieval Latin lunation-, lunatio, from Latin luna
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of lunation was
in the 14th century
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“Lunation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lunation. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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