Perigee word meaning and definition

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Meaning and definition for "perigee" word

[noun] periapsis in Earth orbit; the point in its orbit where a satellite is nearest to the Earth

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\Per"i*gee\, Perigeum \Per`i*ge"um\, n. [NL. perigeum, fr. Gr. ? about, near + ? the earth: cf. F. p['e]rig['e]e.] (Astron.) That point in the orbit of the moon which is nearest to the earth; -- opposed to {apogee}. It is sometimes, but rarely, used of the nearest points of other orbits, as of a comet, a planet, etc. Called also {epigee}, {epigeum}.

Antonyms: apogee

See also: periapsis | point of periapsis |

Related terms: abuttal, adjacency, aphelion, astronomical longitude, attitude-control rocket, autumnal equinox, celestial equator, celestial meridian, colures, conjugation, contiguity, docking maneuver, equinoctial circle, ferry rocket, LM, lunar excursion module, module, shuttle rocket, small circle, space docking, space rocket, spaceship

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Let's analyse "perigee" as pure text. This string has Seven letters in Three syllables and Four vowels. 57.1% of vowels is 18.5% more then average English word. Written in backwards: EEGIREP. Average typing speed for these characters is 1975 milliseconds. [info]

Morse code: .--. . .-. .. --. . .

Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: perigee: 5 + 9 + 5 + 5 = 24, reduced: 6 . and the final result is Six.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: perigee: 7 + 5 + 9 + 9 + 7 + 5 + 5 = 47, reduced: 11, and the final result is Eleven.

Tarot cards

Letter	Num.	Tarot c.	Meaning
E (3)	5	Hierophant	Wise, Crafty, Daring, Inventive
G (1)	7	Chariot	Strong, Sturdy, Decisive
I (1)	9	Hermit	Independent, Researcher, Intell,igent
P (1)	16	Tower	Craftsman, Laborer, Builder
R (1)	18	Moon	Patient, Determined, Strong

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