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harvest moon

NOUN
full moon in autumn
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One morning in my homeroom, the teacher asked what a harvest moon was.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 16, 2026

According to his online profile, this 4 1/2-month-old ink spot with harvest moon eyes lived for belly rubs.

From Salon Dec. 6, 2024

The harvest moon is the name given to the full moon that occurs nearest to the autumn equinox, which this year occurs on 22 September.

From BBC Sep. 17, 2024

The harvest moon, the full moon closest to the fall equinox, is associated with farming.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 4, 2023

A harvest moon would cast shadows forever of a man walking upright, his dog bouncing after him.

From "Sounder" by William H. Armstrong



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