crescents

Noun

crescent (plural crescents)

1. The figure of the moon as it appears between its first or last quarter and the new moon, with concave and convex edges terminating in points.
2. A curved pastry.

   Synonyms:

   crescent roll, croissant

3. A curved street, often presenting a continuous façade, as of row houses.
4. A representation of a crescent, used as a symbol of Islam.
   • The Turkish flag features a white star and crescent on red base.
5. 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.
6. (New Zealand) A crescent spanner.

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