Gibbous
(adjective)
- Having a curved or rounded shape that is not quite full or complete.
- Of the moon, having more than a half but less than a full illumination, so that only a curved edge is visible.
Origin:
From middle english gibbus, from old french gibbeux, from latin gibbosus 'humpbacked, convex, curved', from gibba 'hump, hunch', of unknown origin.
Examples:
- The gibbous moon shone brightly in the sky.
- The gibbous bowl was beautifully crafted and had a unique shape.
- She wore a gibbous hat that perfectly matched her outfit.
- The gibbous roof of the cathedral was stunning and awe-inspiring.
- The lake was surrounded by gibbous hills that provided a breathtaking view.