moonlight

Meanings

• noun

  The light of the moon when it is not directly illuminating an object, often used metaphorically to describe a tranquil or romantic scene.

  - "The moonlight filtered through the trees, casting a gentle glow on the forest floor."
  - "The lovers sat on the bench, wrapped in the soft moonlight."
  - "The painting depicted a serene scene of a lake under the moonlight."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈmunˌlaɪt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with moonlight
nightlight , insight , fright , height , bright , plight , sight , delight

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Variants

List of all variants of moonlight that leads to same result
moonlight , moonlights , moonlighted , moonlighter , moonlighters , moonlighting , do a moonlight flit

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Etymology

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Old English monanleoht, from monan 'moon' + leoht 'light'.

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Trivia

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1. The moon does not actually produce its own light, but rather reflects sunlight.

2. The word moonlight is often used in the title of works of art and literature, such as 'Moonlight Sonata' and 'Moonlighting'.

3. In some cultures, moonlight is believed to have magical or mystical properties.

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Related Concepts

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1. starlight: The light from stars in the night sky, often used in a similar metaphorical sense to moonlight.

2. twilight: The period of time after sunset and before sunrise, during which the sky is illuminated by the moon and stars.

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Culture

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Moonlight has been a source of inspiration for poets, artists, and musicians throughout history. It has been associated with romance, mystery, and the supernatural. In literature, moonlight is often used to set the scene for a suspenseful or romantic story. In art, it is a common subject for paintings and photographs. In music, there are many songs about moonlight, such as 'Moonlight Sonata' and 'Moondance'.

How to Memorize "moonlight"

1. visualize
   

   - Close your eyes and imagine a peaceful scene under the moonlight. Visualize the soft glow of the moon illuminating the landscape around you.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word moonlight with calmness, tranquility, and romance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Moonlight, calm and bright', to help memorize the definition and meaning of the word.

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