INCRESCENT


Meaning of INCRESCENT in English

I. (ˈ)in, ən+ noun

Etymology: Latin increscent-, increscens, present participle

: an increscent representation of the moon

II. “+ adjective

Etymology: Latin increscent-, increscens, present participle of increscere to increase — more at increase

1. : becoming greater by gradual augmentation : increasing

2. of the moon : waxing ; specifically : having the horns pointing to the dexter side

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