(physics, classical mechanics) A measure of a rigid body's resistance to change in its angular velocity around a given axis.

currently, now, at present

(Britain, figuratively, broadcasting) A period of stony, unresponsive silence.

(physics) The turning effect of a force applied to a rotational system at a distance from the axis of rotation. The moment is equal to the magnitude of the force multiplied by the perpendicular distance between its line of action and the axis of rotation.

(geology) A quantity used to determine the size of an earthquake. Calculated either from a seismogram, or from the measurement of the area affected and the displacement of the rocks.

(slang) A brief period of weeping, especially for self-pity.

plural of senior moment

plural of seismic moment

plural of moment of truth

plural of spur of the moment