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celestial orbit

DEFINITIONS OF: celestial orbit

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n the (usually elliptical) path described by one celestial body in its revolution about another

Synonyms:
orbit
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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