Used in a Sentence

gibbous

How to use gibbous in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for gibbous.

Editorial note

Nah, it doesn't use "gibbous", "squamous" or even "rugose" at all.

Examples2
Definitions2
Parts of speech1

Quick take

characteristic of or suffering from kyphosis, an abnormality of the vertebral column

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of gibbous gathered in one view.

adjective

characteristic of or suffering from kyphosis, an abnormality of the vertebral column

adjective

(used of the moon) more than half full

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for gibbous.

adjective

(used of the moon) more than half full

Example sentences

1

Nah, it doesn't use "gibbous", "squamous" or even "rugose" at all.

2

The same is not true of JavaScript code; changing the valid inputs of a function can break things scattered around the code, and you won't notice unless you use a particular feature 3 times in a row on a waning gibbous moon.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use gibbous in a sentence?

Nah, it doesn't use "gibbous", "squamous" or even "rugose" at all.

What does gibbous mean?

characteristic of or suffering from kyphosis, an abnormality of the vertebral column

What part of speech is gibbous?

gibbous is commonly used as adjective.