apastron
(ap-as-tron)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. the point at which the stars of a binary system are farthest apart
Example Sentence
The motion in the orbits is not uniform but is least rapid near apastron.
Synonyms
farthest apart point; stars far apart; stars furthest apart
Antonyms
stars closest together
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