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Definition
Lunar mare; a large, dark impact crater on the surface of the moon.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the dark, basaltic plains on the Moon that were formed by ancient volcanic eruptions. While the term is scientific, it is used in casual conversation when discussing astronomy or observing the moon. It is a direct translation of the Latin term mare, which means sea, reflecting the historical misconception that these areas were bodies of water.
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Do you know how lunar maria are actually formed?
Looking at the full moon, those dark spots on it are the lunar maria.
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