English

crescent

ˈkɹɛ.zənt, ˈkɹɛ.sənt
Meaning: to form into a crescent shape
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ˈkɹɛ.sənt

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base crescent
3rd person singular present crescents
Present participle crescenting
Past crescented
Will future will crescent
Going-to future going to crescent
Imperative negative don't crescent / do not crescent

Example

The artist began to crescent the clay into a sharp curve.
The artist began to crescent the clay into a sharp curve.

Usage Notes

Used when something is being shaped or adorned into the form of a crescent moon.

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