English-Finnish translations for crescent

Definition of crescent

  • The figure of the moon as it appears in its first or last quarter, with concave and convex edges terminating in points
  • A representation of the symbol used by Islamic caliphates
  • Any of three orders of knighthood conferred upon foreigners to whom Turkey might be indebted for valuable services
  • The emblem of the waxing Moon with horns directed upward, when used in a coat of arms; often used as a mark of cadency to distinguish a second son and his descendants
  • marked by an increase; waxing, like the Moon
  • Shaped like a crescent
  • To form into a crescent, or something resembling a crescent
  • To adorn with crescents

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