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aphelion
nounmasculinetechnicaltécnico/ɐfɛˈliu/a·fé·li·o
Definition
1Point in the orbit of a planet or comet where it is farthest from the Sun.
Usage examples
“Earth reaches aphelion in early July.”
“Orbital speed is minimal at aphelion.”
Antonyms
Common combinations
aphelion pointaphelion distance