Lexic.us

Definition of Lunar

1. Adjective. Of or relating to or associated with the moon. "Lunar module"

Definition of Lunar

1. a. Of or pertaining to the moon; as, lunar observations.

2. n. A lunar distance.

Definition of Lunar

1. an observation of the moon taken for navigational purposes [n -S]

Medical Definition of Lunar

1. 1. Of or pertaining to the moon; as, lunar observations. 2. Resembling the moon; orbed. 3. Measured by the revolutions of the moon; as, a lunar month. 4. Influenced by the moon, as in growth, character, or properties; as, lunar herbs. Lunar caustic Tables for correcting an observed lunar distance on account of refraction and parallax. Lunar year, the period of twelve lunar months, or 354 days, 8 hours, 48 minutes, and 34.38 seconds. Origin: L. Lunaris, fr. Luna the moon. See Luna, and cf. Lunary. 1. A lunar distance. 2. The middle bone of the proximal series of the carpus. Synonym: semilunar, and intermedium. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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