Entity: ECLIPSE
Eclipse refers to the total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another, such as the sun being blocked by the moon. It is an astronomical event that occurs when an object is temporarily obscured by passing into the shadow of another body.
ECLIPSE
Etymology
The word 'eclipse' originates from Old French 'eclipse' and Latin 'eclīpsis', which means 'to forsake its accustomed place, fail to appear'.
Definition
Eclipse refers to the total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another, such as the sun being blocked by the moon. It is an astronomical event that occurs when an object is temporarily obscured by passing into the shadow of another body.
Historical Context
Throughout history, eclipses have been viewed with awe and sometimes fear by various cultures. They have often been seen as omens or signs of significant events.
Cultural Significance
Eclipses hold cultural significance in many societies, with rituals, myths, and superstitions surrounding these celestial events. They have inspired art, literature, and scientific exploration.
Related Concepts
Eclipses are related to celestial phenomena such as solar and lunar eclipses, as well as transits and occultations of celestial bodies.
See Also
- Solar Eclipse
- Lunar Eclipse
- Occultation
A celestial event where one object obscures the light from another object, such as the sun being blocked by the moon or the Earth blocking sunlight from reaching the moon.