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Metonic

Definitions:

  • Adjective: Relating to the Metonic cycle, an approximately 19-year period of time after which the phases of the moon recur on the same days of the year.
  • Adjective: Pertaining to or involving Meton, an ancient Greek astronomer known for discovering the 19-year lunar cycle.

Examples:

  1. The lunar calendar is based on the metonic cycle, ensuring the alignment of the moon's phases with specific dates each year.
  2. In his research, the scientist discovered a metonic relationship between the patterns of celestial bodies.

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