To overshadow; to be better or more noticeable than.
Of astronomical or atmospheric bodies, to cause an eclipse.
To undergo eclipsis.
An alignment of astronomical objects whereby one object comes between the observer (or notional observer) and another object, thus obscuring the latter.
Especially, an alignment whereby a planetary object (for example, the Moon) comes between the Sun and another planetary object (for example, the Earth), resulting in a shadow being cast by the middle planetary object onto the other planetary object.
A seasonal state of plumage in some birds, notably ducks, adopted temporarily after the breeding season and characterised by a dull and scruffy appearance.
Obscurity, decline, downfall.
To match more than intended.
To marry to a superior.
To be more than equal to or a match for, to surpass; hence, to conquer, vanquish.
A match in which one opponent is greatly superior to the other.
An opponent who is more than a match for another; one who cannot be defeated.