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Uncommoncrescent
The correct spelling is crescent.
How to pronounce crescent
/ˈkɹɛ.sənt/
nounIPA: /ˈkɹɛ.sənt/
Say it like: Cre-sse-nt
The correct spelling is crescent. The figure of the moon as it appears in its first or last quarter, with concave and convex edges terminating in points.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.The figure of the moon as it appears in its first or last quarter, with concave and convex edges terminating in points.
- 2.Something shaped like a crescent, especially:
- 3.A representation of the symbol used by Islamic caliphates
- 4.A crescent spanner.
- 5.Any of three orders of knighthood conferred upon foreigners to whom Turkey might be indebted for valuable services.
verb
- 1.To form into a crescent, or something resembling a crescent.
- 2.To adorn with crescents.
adjective
- 1.Marked by an increase; waxing, like the Moon.
- 2.Shaped like a crescent.
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