perigee Definition
the point in the orbit of the moon or a satellite at which it is nearest to the earth.
Using perigee: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "perigee" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The satellite will reach its perigee tomorrow.
Example
The moon's perigee is about 363,104 kilometers from Earth.
perigee Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for perigee
- closest point
- nearest point
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Summary: perigee in Brief
'Perigee' [ˈperɪdʒiː] refers to the point in the orbit of the moon or a satellite at which it is nearest to the earth. It is also known as the 'closest point' or 'nearest point.' Examples of its usage include 'The satellite will reach its perigee tomorrow' and 'The moon's perigee is about 363,104 kilometers from Earth.'
