eclipse: Bedeutung und Definitionen

The partial or complete obscuring, relative to a designated observer, of one celestial body by another.

The period of time during which such an obscuration occurs.

A temporary or permanent dimming or cutting off of light.

A fall into obscurity or disuse; a decline: "A composer . . . often goes into eclipse after his death and never regains popularity” ( Time).

A disgraceful or humiliating end; a downfall: Revelations of wrongdoing helped bring about the eclipse of the governor's career.

To cause an eclipse of.

To obscure; darken.

To obscure or diminish in importance, fame, or reputation.

To surpass; outshine: an outstanding performance that eclipsed the previous record.