ishtar

/ˈɪʃtɑːr/

Definitions

1. proper noun

The ancient Mesopotamian goddess of love, fertility, and war.

“The archaeological site in Babylon features an inscription dedicated to the goddess Ishtar.”

2. name

A lunar eclipse that occurs when the Moon passes through the Earth’s shadow.

“The Ishtar lunar eclipse was visible from many parts of the world that night.”

Synonyms

  • goddess
  • lunar eclipse

Antonyms

  • solar eclipse