Perigean
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Perigean is an adjective meaning (astronomy) Pertaining to the perigee.
Meaning
(astronomy) Pertaining to the perigee.
Example Sentences
perigean low water
perigean high water
The perigean tides are the spring tides that occur soon after the Moon passes its perigee.
Synonyms for perigean
Depending on context, synonyms include perigeal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tides, perigeal, perihelic, perihelial, apogeic, perigynial.
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