phase

Definition

A distinguishable part of a sequence or cycle occurring over time.

Etymology

From New Latin phasis, from Ancient Greek φάσις (phásis, “an appearance”), from φαίνω (phaínō, “to cause to appear”); compare phantasm and see face.

Example Sentences

• "The problem has many phases."
• "the phases of the moon"
• "When Romania did manage to string together some phases midway through the first half, England's discipline held firm, although on the whole it was a less focused display from the Six Nations champions in the second half."