new moon
Definition of new moon
1 : the moon's phase when it is in conjunction with the sun so that its dark side is toward the earth; also : the thin crescent moon seen shortly after sunset for a few days after the actual occurrence of the new moon phase
2 : the first day of each Jewish month marked by a special liturgy
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First Known Use of new moon
before 12th century
NEW MOON Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of new moon for English Language Learners
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: the moon when it is completely dark
NEW MOON Defined for Kids
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Definition of new moon for Students
1 : the moon's phase when its dark side is toward the earth
2 : the thin curved outline of the moon seen shortly after sunset for a few days after the new moon
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See words that rhyme with new moon Spanish Central: Translation of new moon Nglish: Translation of new moon for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about new moon
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