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Apsis
UK
/ˈæpsɪs/
US
/ˈæpsɪs/
Translation of "apsis" into Russian
apsis
Noun
UK
/ˈæpsɪs/
US
/ˈæpsɪs/
apsis
apsides pl
The satellite reached its highest point at the apsis.
Спутник достиг своей наивысшей точки в апсисе.
Definitions
apsis
Noun
UK
/ˈæpsɪs/
US
/ˈæpsɪs/
A point in the orbit of a celestial body where it is either closest to or farthest from the body it is orbiting.
The spacecraft reached its apsis, marking the closest point in its orbit around the planet.
An apse; a semicircular or polygonal recess, especially at the eastern end of a church.
The basilica’s main apsis is decorated with intricate frescoes.