1. the curved shape of the moon when it is less than half full
2. something shaped like a crescent moon, especially a curved street or building

1. shaped like a crescent moon; curved

Examples

• The crescent moon hung low in the evening sky.
• She wore a silver necklace with a crescent pendant.
• The bakery is located on Crescent Street.
• The crescent-shaped roll was filled with chocolate.
• A crescent of white sand bordered the blue lagoon.
• The crescent wrench is useful for plumbing repairs.