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lunisolar

lunisolar

9.6
Relating to the movements of both the moon and the sun
  • adjective
  • /ˌluːnɪˈsoʊlər/
translation icon : lunisolar
  • Many ancient calendars were based on lunisolar cycles that combined the movements of the moon and the sun.

Examples

  • The lunisolar year prevents holidays from drifting far from their appropriate seasons.

  • The lunisolar calendar is used in many cultures.

  • Astronomers studied the lunisolar influences on tidal patterns.

  • The lunisolar eclipse was a spectacular sight!

  • Many ancient calendars were based on lunisolar cycles that combined the movements of the moon and the sun.

  • The lunisolar year prevents holidays from drifting far from their appropriate seasons.

  • Astronomers studied the lunisolar influences on tidal patterns.

Compounds

lunisolar calendar
7.6

A calendar that uses months based on the moon and adjusts years to match the sun

How Lunar

lunar
101 3.9
lunisolar
9.6
solar
592 3.8

Surface Forms

lunisolar positive

Morphology

lunisolar = lunar + solar (transparent) = luni + solar

Meaning is a straightforward combination of 'lunar' (moon) and 'solar' (sun) to indicate relation to both bodies.

Etymology

The word lunisolar comes from the Latin parts luni- 'moon' and -solar 'sun', the same parts you see in lunar and solar. So a lunisolar calendar or system uses both the moon and the sun together to measure time.