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(par-tial-e-clipse) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. an event where only part of the sun or moon is covered by the other.

Example Sentence

The astronomy club gathered to watch the partial eclipse.

More Example Sentences

During a partial eclipse the sun is not fully covered.

Synonyms

half eclipse; partial obscuration

Antonyms

total eclipse

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partial eclipse
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