An inhabitant of the moon, as distinguished from Lunatic, one whom the moon inhabits. The Lunarians have been described by Lucian, Locke and other observers, but without much agreement. For example, Bragellos avers their anatomical identity with Man, but Professor Newcomb says they are more like the hill tribes of Vermont.

: Then when your Congress has passed a law it goes directly to the Supreme Court in order that it may at once be known whether it is constitutional?

: Ah, the executive power is a part of the legislative. Do your policemen also have to approve the local ordinances that they enforce?

: I see. The death warrant is not valid until signed by the murderer.

: Precedent. What is that?