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SWINGBY

(noun)
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There is 1 meaning of the word Swingby.

Swingby - as a noun

An interplanetary flight in which the gravitational attraction of a planet is used to provide acceleration and a change in course.

Example Sentences

"The spacecraft will swingby the moon in order to gain speed and adjust its trajectory."
"We can save fuel by planning a swingby of Venus on our way to Mars."
"The probe executed a swingby maneuver of Jupiter to study its gravitational effects."
"They are planning to swingby several asteroids during their mission."
"To minimize fuel consumption, the spacecraft will swingby Earth before heading towards Saturn."
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Word Game Points

Is SWINGBY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, swingby is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SWINGBY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is SWINGBY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, swingby is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SWINGBY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is SWINGBY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, swingby is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SWINGBY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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