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(astronomy) The point of closest approach of an astronomical object in an elliptical orbit to its center of attraction..
Use pericenter when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Pericenter means (astronomy) The point of closest approach of an astronomical object in an elliptical orbit to its center of attraction..
Common synonyms include perifocus.
Possible antonyms include apocenter.
Use pericenter where its definition matches the intended context.
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