Astro*Dictionary
by Michael Erlewine

2 articles for
"Wane"

To decrease in light. Used in reference to the Moon, when it moves from Full to New Moon. Opposite of Wax.

See also:
♦ Lunar Phases ♦ Wax

Decreasing in light. What the Moon does in its cycle when going from Full Moon to New Moon.

See also:
♦ Lunar Phases ♦ Wax