lunulate

/luːˈnjʊleɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to be or become crescent-shaped or rounded at the ends

“The curve of the moon lunulated in the night sky.”

2. noun

a crescent or rounded shape, especially at the ends of something

“The lunulate shape of the sail caught the wind perfectly.”

Synonyms

  • crescent
  • rounded

Antonyms

  • angular
  • straight