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mooning

The correct spelling is mooning.

How to pronounce mooning

verb

Say it like: Moo-nin-g

The correct spelling is mooning. To display one's buttocks to, typically as a jest, insult, or protest. For example: "It was ill-advised of Sam to moon the photographer during the shoot."

Usage Examples

It was ill-advised of Sam to moon the photographer during the shoot.

Sarah mooned over Sam's photograph for months.

It is impractical if a currency moons and plummets often.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To display one's buttocks to, typically as a jest, insult, or protest.
  2. 2.(usually followed by over or after) To fuss over something adoringly; to be infatuated with someone.
  3. 3.To spend time idly, absent-mindedly.
  4. 4.To expose to the rays of the Moon.
  5. 5.To adorn with moons or crescents.

noun

  1. 1.The act of showing one's buttocks.

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