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Eclipse
01
a period during which the sun or the moon is shadowed by a dark circle
Example
During the eclipse, the sky darkened as the moon blocked out the sun 's light.
to eclipse
01
to overshadow another astrological body
Example
Observers watched in awe as the moon eclipsed the sun during the total solar eclipse event.
As the planet moved into the line of sight, it began to eclipse the star, diminishing its brightness.
The partial eclipse of the moon created a dramatic effect as it slowly began to eclipse the lunar surface.
02
to become more successful, important, or powerful that someone or something else in a way that they become unnoticeable
Example
The team 's dominant performance on the field eclipsed the efforts of their opponents, leaving them far behind in the standings.
The young entrepreneur 's innovative approach quickly eclipsed that of established competitors in the market.
The new skyscraper 's towering height eclipsed neighboring buildings, becoming a prominent feature of the city skyline.
Example
During the eclipse, the sky darkened as the moon blocked out the sun's light.
