lunar
UK: ˈluːnə | US: ˈluːnər
adj. relating to the moon
adj. resembling the moon in shape or light
adj. measured by the moon's cycles
lunar = lun<moon> + ar<adjective suffix>
- lun<moon>: From Latin luna (moon), reflecting celestial association.
- ar<adjective suffix>: A Latin-derived suffix forming adjectives (e.g., solar, polar).
Etymology Origin:
The word lunar traces back to Latin lunaris, derived from luna (moon). Its consistent tie to lunar phenomena—light, cycles, or physical resemblance—shows how Latin roots anchor scientific and poetic language. The suffix -ar (like -al) systematically converts nouns into adjectives, preserving clarity across terms like solar (sun) and lunar (moon).
The lunar surface is marked by craters and plains.
She wore a silver dress with a lunar glow.
Ancient calendars often relied on lunar phases.
The astronaut collected lunar rock samples.
His poetry described a landscape bathed in lunar light.