Selenophile

/sɪˈliːnəfaɪl/ noun

Definition

A person who loves the moon; someone who finds beauty, comfort, or inspiration in moonlight.

Etymology

From Greek 'selene' (moon) + 'philos' (loving). Selene was the Greek moon goddess who drove her silver chariot across the night sky.

Kelly Says

A MOON-LOVER! If you stay up late just to watch the moon, if full moons make your heart sing, if moonlight is your favorite light — you're a selenophile! Named after the moon goddess herself! 🌙💫

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