earthset

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The event of the Earth setting under the horizon of another celestial body, typically the Moon (typically due to the observer being in motion over the surface of the Moon: see usage notes at earthrise).
noun
  1. Alternative letter-case form of earthset.

Pronunciation

/ˈɜːθˌsɛt/ /ˈɝθˌsɛt/

Word forms

earthset earthsets

Etymology

From earth + set.

Synonyms

Antonyms

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