noun
Poetic or literary name for the fourth month of the traditional lunar calendar, corresponding roughly to May in the Gregorian calendar. Also called 卯月 (うづき). Rare in modern usage outside of classical or seasonal contexts.
See also: 卯月
花残月は、旧暦四月の雅称の一つです。
花残月 is one of the elegant names for the fourth month of the lunar calendar.
卯月 is the standard traditional name for the fourth lunar month, while 花残月 is a rare, poetic alternative.
Literally 'month of lingering blossoms,' referring to the late spring season when cherry blossoms have mostly fallen but a few remain. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.