01 n. The increasing moon; the moon in her first quarter, or when defined by a concave and a convex edge; also, applied improperly to the old or …
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The increasing moon; the moon in her first quarter, or when defined by a concave and a convex edge; also, applied improperly to the old or decreasing moon in a like state.
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Anything having the shape of a crescent or new moon.
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A representation of the increasing moon, often used as an emblem or badge“The cross of our faith is replanted, The pale, dying crescent is daunted.” — Campbell.
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Any one of three orders of knighthood; the first instituted by Charles I., king of Naples and Sicily, in 1268; the second by René of Anjou, in 1448; and the third by the Sultan Selim III., in 1801, to be conferred upon foreigners to whom Turkey might be indebted for valuable services.
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The emblem of the increasing moon with horns directed upward, when used in a coat of arms; -- often used as a mark of cadency to distinguish a second son and his descendants.(Her.)