homolosine

/hɒməˈloʊsaɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of rare astronomical event in which the Moon passes through the Earth’s shadow during a lunar eclipse, creating a ring of light around the Moon.

“The rare lunar event, known as a homolosine, is a sight to behold.”

Synonyms

  • lunar eclipse
  • ring of light

Antonyms

  • solar eclipse