WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from WordNet

Definitions from the Web

Occultation

Occultation refers to the phenomenon where a celestial body is hidden from view by another celestial body passing in front of it.

Examples:

Noun (Astronomy):

• The occultation of the moon by the Earth's shadow is known as a lunar eclipse.
• During the solar eclipse, there is an occultation of the Sun by the Moon.

Verb:

• As the comet moved across the night sky, it occulted several bright stars.
• During the rare planetary alignment, multiple planets were occulted by the moon.

Noun (Supernatural):

• The occultation of mysterious creatures by a shroud of darkness enhanced the suspense in the horror movie.
• Many practitioners of the occult believe in the power of occultation ceremonies.

Related Products:

Explore these books on occultation and celestial bodies:

• Occultation in Astronomy
• Lunar Eclipses
• Supernatural Occult