☀️ecliptic

noun, adjective
/ɪˈklɪptɪk/

Meaning

The apparent path of the sun across the sky; relating to eclipses or this path.

Example Sentences

The ecliptic is the plane of Earth's orbit around the Sun.

Synonyms

orbital path, solar path, celestial plane, trajectory

Antonyms

zenith, nadir

Collocations

ecliptic plane, ecliptic path, ecliptic longitude, ecliptic coordinate

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