Libration
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /laɪˈbɹeɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Libration is a noun meaning The act of librating.
Meaning
The act of librating.
More Meanings
- (by extension) A similar rotational or orbital characteristic of some other celestial body.
- (dynamics) The oscillation of an angle about a stable equilibrium point.
- (chemistry) A vibrational degree of freedom whereby a group of atoms partly rotates back and forth, similar to the Moon's motion.
- (figuratively) A wavering between two opposing thoughts or choices.
- (astronomy) The apparent wobble or variation in the visible side of the Moon that permanently faces the Earth, allowing observers on Earth to see, over a period of time, slightly more than half of the lunar surface.
Example Sentences
We may not quarrel with attempts to picture the libration of emotion which sways Clytaemestra as she veers from love for her husband to the desire to take vengeance upon him[…]
Word Forms
- librations
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include levigation, liberating, liberation, libation, lutation, relubrication.
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