moonshine
Translation
moonlight, illegally distilled spirits
Examples
The forest was bathed in moonshine.
The forest was bathed in moonshine.
They were arrested for making moonshine.
They were arrested for making moonshine.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) moonlight or illegal alcohol The path was lit by moonshine.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (moonlight) lunar light; (illegal alcohol) bootleg, hooch
Etymology
From 'moon' + 'shine'. The meaning of illegal alcohol comes from it being made at night, by the 'shine' of the 'moon', to avoid detection.
Memory Tips
Think of the literal meaning, the 'shine' from the 'moon'. The second meaning derives from this, as the illegal drink was made secretly at night.