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Periapses.
Periapses - as a noun
(astronomy) the point in an orbit closest to the body being orbited
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
point of periapsisHypernyms (Closely Related)
celestial pointHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
apoapsisExample Sentences
"The spacecraft will reach its periapses in two days."
"Scientists are studying the periapses of comets to gather data about their orbits."
"The periapses of the planet's moon cause irregular tidal patterns."
"During the periapses of its orbit, the satellite collects valuable atmospheric data."
"The location of the planet's periapses determines its closest distance to the sun."
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Is PERIAPSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, periapses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PERIAPSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PERIAPSES a valid Words With Friends word?
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Yes, periapses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPERIAPSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.