EPIGEE Meaning and
Definition
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Epigee is a term that refers to an imagined or hypothetical celestial body, specifically a planet or satellite, which is situated above or outside of the Earth's orbit, but still within the gravitational influence of the Earth. It is the antonym of "perigee," which describes a celestial body at its closest point to the Earth. The term "epigee" is derived from the Greek words "epi" meaning "above" or "upon" and "ge" referring to the Earth.
In astronomy, the concept of epigee is often used to describe a theoretical scenario in which a planet or satellite's orbit extends beyond that of Earth. The hypothetical epigee object would still circle around the Earth, influenced by its gravitational force, but its position would be farther away compared to other celestial bodies that are traditionally defined as in orbit around the Earth.
While epigee is not recognized as an official astronomical term, it is occasionally employed in scientific discussions and fictional works to discuss theoretical celestial bodies and their potential interactions with the Earth. The use of this term allows for the exploration of different scenarios and possibilities beyond the commonly accepted boundaries of celestial bodies and their orbits within the solar system.
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The point of a planet's or satellite's orbit nearest to its primary-same as perigee.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for EPIGEE
- wpigee
- spigee
- dpigee
- rpigee
- 4pigee
- 3pigee
- eoigee
- eligee
- e-igee
- e0igee
- epugee
- epjgee
- epkgee
- ep9gee
- ep8gee
- epifee
- epivee
- epibee
- epihee
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