aphelion

noun /ə'filiən/

Definition
apoapsis in solar orbit; the point in the orbit of a planet or comet that is at the greatest distance from the sun
Example
He tried to understand the true meaning of 'aphelion'.
Etymology
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Rare
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Slang
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Vowels
4
Consonants
4
Length
8

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