moons
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈmunz// UK //mˈuːnz// moons
Jupiter has many moons orbiting it.
Astronomers discovered two new moons orbiting the distant planet during their latest observation mission.
The gravitational pull exerted by various moons can create complex tidal patterns on their host planets, provided those planets possess liquid oceans.
Usage
Usually countable; when referring to Earth's specific satellite, it is often capitalised as 'the Moon'.