1. Plural of lunar; objects, phenomena, or measurements related to the Moon.
Usage: Often used in astronomy and space science contexts.; Can refer to lunar modules, lunar rocks, or lunar observations.
2. In navigation and astronomy, observations or calculations of the Moon's position used for determining latitude and longitude at sea.
Usage: Historical nautical term; less common in modern usage.

Examples

• The astronauts collected several lunars during their mission to study the Moon's composition.
• Early sailors relied on lunars to navigate across the ocean when stars were obscured.
• Scientists analyze lunars from the Apollo missions to understand the Moon's geological history.
• The spacecraft carried instruments to measure lunars and transmit data back to Earth.
• Lunars provide valuable information about the Moon's gravitational field and internal structure.