full moon

noun

: the moon with its whole apparent disk illuminated

Examples of full moon in a Sentence

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The lights can be elusive and even a full moon will diminish their brightness. Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024 On January 13, an occultation/eclipse of Mars by the full moon will be visible across North America. Joe Rao, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024 This is followed by a full moon in your sign, bringing a powerful full-circle moment while encouraging self-reflection. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024 If the family didn't have enough silver to make werewolf-killing bullets by the full moon... Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024 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 30 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

full moon

noun
: the moon with its whole disk lighted
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