Apocenter
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Apocenter is a noun meaning (astronomy) The furthest point of an astronomical object in an elliptical orbit to its center of attraction (the principal focus of the ellipse).
Meaning
(astronomy) The furthest point of an astronomical object in an elliptical orbit to its center of attraction (the principal focus of the ellipse).
Word Forms
- apocenters
- apocentre
Synonyms for apocenter
Depending on context, synonyms include apofocus, apobaryon.
Antonyms for apocenter
Common opposites include pericenter.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include apocentre, apobaryon, apogee, apofocus, apocynthion, pericenter.
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