moonshine Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the light of the Moon
    moonlight; Moon.
    • moonlight is the smuggler's enemy
    • the Moon was bright enough to read by
  2. noun whiskey illegally distilled from a corn mash
    bootleg; corn liquor.
  3. verb distill (alcohol) illegally; produce moonshine

WordNet


Moon"shine` noun
Definitions
  1. The light of the moon.
  2. Hence, show without substance or reality.
  3. A month. R. Shak.
  4. A preparation of eggs for food. Obs.
Moon"shine` adjective
Definitions
  1. Moonlight. R. Clarendon.

Webster 1913