lu:ˈnet n. 1 an arched
aperture in a domed
ceiling to
admit light. 2 a crescent-shaped or
semicircular space or
alcove which contains a
painting,
statue, etc. 3 a watch-glass of flattened
shape. 4 a ring
through which a
hook is placed to
attach a
vehicle to
the vehicle towing
it. 5 a
temporary fortification with two faces forming a
salient angle,
and two flanks. 6 RC
Ch. a
holder for the consecrated host in a
monstrance. [F, dimin. of
lune (see LUNE)]