The period of a synodic revolution of the moon, or the time from one new moon to the next; varying in length, at different times, from about 29 1/4 to 29 5/6 days, the average length being 29 d., 12h., 44m., 2.9s.
the period of time between two consecutive new moons.
A lunar period, measured from one place in the zodiac until the Moon's return thereto. For example, the time taken by the Moon from one conjunction with the Sun until the next, 29 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes and 3 seconds, is called a synodical lunation. Lunation is also used to describe different aspects of the Moon to the Sun, thus accounting for her phases. The New Moon is also called a Lunation. A chart made for the moment the Moon conjoins the Sun is called a Lunation Chart.
One complete passage of the Moon around its orbit.
The time required for the Moon to pass through a cycle of phases. Identical to a synodic month.
a conjunction of the Sun and Moon, a 'New Moon
a lunar month, during which time the Moon completely circles the Earth in its orbit
a passage of the Moon from one dark moon to the next
the cycle from new Moon to new Moon
The period of time between successive new moons. It averages 29.53 days in length.
the time between two successive new moons; approximately 29.5 days
The interval of a complete lunar cycle, between one new Moon and the next. A lunation is equal to 29 days, 12 hours, and 44 minutes.
New Moon; Moon conjunct Sun.
One cycle of lunar phases.