Definition: In the context of astronomy, a "supercrescent" refers to an object that appears brighter than its actual size due to the reflection or transmission of light from dust and gas. This phenomenon occurs when an object with a high brightness is surrounded by much less dust and gas, making it appear smaller. For example, in the night sky, a supernova remnant (a massive star that has blown up and formed a black hole) can produce a supercrescent effect due to the