noun
- Plural of luna; crescent-shaped objects or designs.
- Plural of luna moth; large, pale green moths with crescent-shaped markings on their wings.
Usage: Often used in heraldry, architecture, or decorative arts to describe crescent or moon-shaped elements.
Usage: Refers to the Actias luna species, common in North America.
Examples
- The cathedral's ceiling featured decorative lunas between the arches.
- Several lunas were attracted to the porch light on warm summer evenings.
- The heraldic shield displayed three golden lunas on a blue field.
- Lunas are among the largest moths found in eastern North America.
- The artist incorporated lunas into the border design of the tapestry.