eclipse
//ɪˈklɪps//
Noun
eclipseSingular
eclipsesPlural
1
An astronomical event in which one celestial body moves into the shadow of another, especially when the moon passes between the sun and the earth (solar eclipse) or the earth passes between the sun and the moon (lunar eclipse).
We watched the solar eclipse through special glasses.
2
A loss of significance, power, or prominence in relation to another person or thing.
The rise of digital photography led to the eclipse of traditional film cameras.
Synonym
Verb
eclipseInfinitive
eclipsePresent tense
eclipsedPast tense
eclipsedPast participle
eclipsingPresent participle
eclipsesThird-person singular
1
To obscure or block the light from or to another celestial body.
The moon eclipsed the sun, casting a shadow over the earth.
2
To surpass or outshine someone or something in importance, achievement, or reputation.
Her latest novel eclipsed all her previous works in popularity.