ecliptic
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2VERB + ECLIPTIC
called
ECLIPTIC + NOUN
plane
Definitions
noun
The great circle on the celestial sphere that is the mean apparent path of the sun as viewed from the earth.
The plane in which this great circle lies.
A great circle drawn on a terrestrial globe, used for illustrating and solving astronomical problems.
adj
Relating to an eclipse or the ecliptic.
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4The conversation had roamed in a desultory spasmodic fashion from golf clubs to the causes of the change in the obliquity of the ecliptic.
Tatoeba · #7043874The plane in which the Earth revolves around the Sun is called the ecliptic or ecliptic plane.
Tatoeba · #12786598The plane in which the Earth moves around the Sun is called the ecliptic or ecliptic plane.
Tatoeba · #12786599The plane in which the Earth rotates around the Sun is called the ecliptic or ecliptic plane.
Tatoeba · #12786600