celestial orbit

Other forms: celestial orbits

Definitions of celestial orbit
  1. noun
    the (usually elliptical) path described by one celestial body in its revolution about another
    synonyms: orbit
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    types:
    geosynchronous orbit
    a circular orbit around the Earth having a period of 24 hours
    geostationary orbit
    a geosynchronous orbit that is fixed with respect to a position on the Earth
    type of:
    itinerary, path, route
    an established line of travel or access
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