moonset

noun

moon·​set ˈmün-ˌset 

1

: the descent of the moon below the horizon

2

: the time of the moon's setting

Examples of moonset in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Your specific moonrise or moonset may be hours earlier or later, depending on your location. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 2 July 2026

Other notable entries include moonsets over the Golden Gate Bridge and nebulae framed by a Japanese torii gate. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Originating from leftover particles from Comet Thatcher, this annual shower is best viewed away from city lights after moonset and before dawn. — Lily Hautau, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026

One unpredictable part of this eclipse will happen around moonset. — Dean Regas, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1818, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for moonset

• abet
• asset
• baguette
• banquette
• barbette
• beget
• beset
• binet
• briquette
• brunet
• brunette
• burette