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perigee
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perigee
noun
/ˈper.ɪ.dʒiː/
Perhaps
perilous
Meaning
the point in the orbit of the moon or a satellite at which it is nearest to the Earth
Example Sentences
The moon appeared much larger during its
perigee
.
Synonyms
closest point, nearest approach, low point
Antonyms
apogee, farthest point
Collocations
lunar perigee, perigee distance, at perigee, reach perigee
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