1. a crescent-shaped mark or structure
Usage: technical
2. the whitish crescent-shaped area at the base of a fingernail or toenail
Usage: anatomy

Examples

• The lunule at the base of her thumbnail was clearly visible.
• Each fingernail has a small lunule near the cuticle.
• The archaeologist identified a lunule pattern on the ancient pottery.
• His manicurist pointed out the healthy lunule on each nail.
• The crescent-shaped lunule is most prominent on the thumb.
• Ancient Celtic jewelry often featured lunule designs.