(astronomy, astrology) a segment of the ecliptic (often called a station or house) through which the moon moves in its orbit around the earth, often used by ancient cultures as part of their calendar system.

plural of lunar phase

(chemistry, obsolete) Silver nitrate fused into a stick and used for cauterizing.

Alternative form of translunar

Alternative form of cislunar

(space sciences) In the US Apollo moon program, a lunar module repurposed as a makeshift shelter for an astronaut crew returning to earth after a mishap necessitating cancellation of a moon landing; the emergency procedure of using the lunar module in this manner.

plural of lunar lifeboat

plural of lunar month

plural of lunar occultation

plural of lunar calendar