Perilune
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perilune is a noun meaning (astronomy) The point of an elliptical lunar orbit where the distance between the satellite and the Moon is at its minimum.
Meaning
(astronomy) The point of an elliptical lunar orbit where the distance between the satellite and the Moon is at its minimum.
Word Forms
- perilunes
Synonyms for perilune
Depending on context, synonyms include pericynthion, periselene.
Antonyms for perilune
Common opposites include apolune, aposelene.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include periselene, apolune, pericynthion, perigee, pericenter, perihelion.
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