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crescents

The correct spelling is crescents.

How to pronounce crescents

noun

Say it like: Cre-sse-nts

The correct spelling is crescents. 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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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The figure of the moon as it appears in its first or last quarter, with concave and convex edges terminating in points.
  2. 2.Something shaped like a crescent, especially:
  3. 3.A representation of the symbol used by Islamic caliphates
  4. 4.A crescent spanner.
  5. 5.Any of three orders of knighthood conferred upon foreigners to whom Turkey might be indebted for valuable services.

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