Selenian

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English

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Pronunciation

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Etymology 1

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From Selene +‎ -ian.

Adjective

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Selenian

  1. (mythology) Of or relating to the god Selene in Greek mythology.

Etymology 2

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From selen- (“Moon”) +‎ -ian.[1]

Adjective

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Selenian

  1. (astronomy) Of or relating to the Moon.
    Alternative form: selenian
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Noun

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Selenian (plural Selenians)

  1. (chiefly science fiction) An inhabitant of the Moon.
    Synonym: Lunarian
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References

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  1. ^ “selenian, adj.”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.
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