Definition of Lunate

1. Adjective. Resembling the new moon in shape.

Exact synonyms: Crescent, Crescent-shaped, Semilunar
Similar to: Rounded
Derivative terms: Crescent

Definition of Lunate

1. a. Crescent-shaped; as, a lunate leaf; a lunate beak; a lunated cross.

Definition of Lunate

1. crescent-shaped [adj] : LUNATELY [adv]

Medical Definition of Lunate

1. Crescent-shaped. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Lunate

lunar calendar
lunar caustic
lunar caustic
lunar crater
lunar day
lunar eclipse
lunar excursion module
lunar latitude
lunar module
lunar month
lunar periodicity
lunar time period
lunar year
lunas
lunate (current term)
lunate (current term)
lunated
lunated
lunately
lunate bone
lunate bone
lunate cerebral sulcus
lunate dislocation
lunate fissure
lunate sulcus
lunate surface of acetabulum
lunatic
lunatic
lunatics
lunatic fringe

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