moon dog

Questions

What does moon dog mean?

A bright, circular spot, sometimes seen on a lunar halo, caused by refraction through ice crystals.

Where does moon dog come from?

From moon + dog; metaphorically refers to the bright spots of light that appear to "dog" or follow the real moon, much like a dog follows its owner.

How to pronounce moon dog

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