crescent
/ˈkɹɛ.sənt/ · noun
Meaning
- The figure of the moon as it appears in its first or last quarter, with concave and convex edges terminating in points.
- Something shaped like a crescent, especially:
- A representation of the symbol used by Islamic caliphates
- A crescent spanner.
- Any of three orders of knighthood conferred upon foreigners to whom Turkey might be indebted for valuable services.
- The emblem of the waxing Moon with horns directed upward, when used in a coat of arms; often used as a mark of cadency to distinguish a second son and his descendants.
- To form into a crescent, or something resembling a crescent.
- To adorn with crescents.
- Marked by an increase; waxing, like the Moon.
- Shaped like a crescent.
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