apolune
the point in a lunar orbit that is farthest from the moon.
Origin of apolune
1- Compare perilune.
Words Nearby apolune
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British Dictionary definitions for apolune
/ (ˈæpəˌluːn) /
the point in a lunar orbit when a spacecraft is at its greatest distance from the moon: Compare apocynthion, perilune
Origin of apolune
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Scientific definitions for apolune
[ ăp′ə-lōōn′ ]
The point at which an object orbiting the Moon, such as an artificial satellite, is farthest from the Moon's center.
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