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Moonglow - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Moonglow is the soft, silvery light reflected by the moon, often creating a dreamy or romantic atmosphere. It is commonly used in poetry and descriptions of nighttime scenes.

moonglow

/ˈmunˌɡloʊ/ /ˈmuːnˌɡləʊ/

Definition:

The soft, silvery light reflected from the moon.

Synonyms:

moonlight, moonshine, lunar glow

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

darkness, blackness

Common Collocations:

gentle moonglow, pale moonglow, shimmering moonglow

Derivatives:

moonglows (plural), moonglowed (rare verb form)

Usage Tips:

Use "moonglow" to describe the moon's gentle light in poetic or descriptive contexts.

Common Phrases:

bathed in moonglow, under the moonglow, the moonglow of midnight

Etymology:

Derived from "moon" + "glow," first recorded in the early 19th century.

Examples:

  • 1. The moonglow lit our path through the forest.
  • 2. She danced under the soft moonglow by the lake.
  • 3. The painter captured the moonglow on the water perfectly.
  • 4. We sat quietly, enjoying the peaceful moonglow together.

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