aphelion
nounmasculinetécnico/ɐfɛˈliu/técnico
a·fé·li·o
Definition
Point in the orbit of a planet or comet where it is farthest from the Sun.
Earth reaches aphelion in early July.
Orbital speed is minimal at aphelion.
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Common collocations
aphelion pointaphelion distance
Etymology
Do grego 'apo' (longe) + 'helios' (sol).