occulting Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention
   occult; eclipse.
   
   • The Sun eclipses the moon today
   • Planets and stars often are occulted by other celestial bodies
2. verb become concealed or hidden from view or have its light extinguished
   occult.
   
   • The beam of light occults every so often
3. verb hide from view
   occult.
   
   • The lids were occulting her eyes

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