perilune

[US]/ˈpɛrɪluːn/
[UK]/ˈpɛrɪluːn/

Translation

n.the point in an orbit that is closest to the moon; the point in the trajectory of a spacecraft when it is nearest to the moon
Word Forms
Pluralperilunes

Phrases & Collocations

perilune point

perilune altitude

perilune orbit

perilune approach

perilune phase

perilune velocity

perilune maneuver

perilune trajectory

perilune distance

perilune mission

Example Sentences

the spacecraft reached its perilune before starting the descent.

during perilune, the satellite captured stunning images of the lunar surface.

the mission's success depended on precise calculations at perilune.

scientists analyzed data collected during the perilune flyby.

perilune is a critical phase for orbital maneuvers.

the probe achieved its perilune after a long journey.

data from perilune can provide insights into the moon's geology.

engineers monitored the spacecraft closely during perilune.

perilune observations help refine our understanding of lunar cycles.

the timing of perilune was crucial for the experiment.

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