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

Examples of lunation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

The best time to charge crystals for the full moon is during the night of the lunation and the nights surrounding it. —

Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024 More importantly, the energy of this lunation invites you to let go of fears or mental blocks that have been holding you back. —

Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Dec. 2024 This lunation also reminds you that rest is essential to sustaining your ambitions. —

Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 The beginning of a brand-new lunar cycle, this lunation is ideal for setting powerful intentions around your public persona and long-term goals. —

Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lunation

Word History

Etymology

Middle English lunacioun, borrowed from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French lunaison, lunaciun, borrowed from Medieval Latin lūnātiōn-, lūnātiō, from Latin lūna "moon" + -ātiōn-, -ātiō -ation — more at lunar

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of lunation was in the 14th century

See more words from the same century