Orbit

usgb/ˈɔːrbɪt/
noun

The path in which a planet or an object moves around another object in space.

The moon makes an orbit around Earth every month.
Visual representation of "orbit" - The path in which a planet or an object moves around another object in space.

Often appears as...

  • satellite orbit
  • orbit around
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Space Movement

Orbit in space context refers to a regular, repeating path that an object takes.

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Comets have long elliptical orbits.
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Central Body

The object being orbited is usually larger, acting as a central point.

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The satellite remains in orbit around the much larger Earth.
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Not Always Round

Orbits can be circular or elliptical, not all orbits are perfect circles.

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Mars has an elliptical orbit around the sun.
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