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eclipse

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/iˈklipsɨ/e·cli·pse

Definition

Temporary obscuration of a celestial body by another, or by its shadow.

“The total solar eclipse was visible in some regions.”

“A lunar eclipse occurs when Earth casts its shadow on the Moon.”

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