ecliptic
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The apparent path that the sun follows across the sky over the course of a year, as seen from Earth.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The planets all orbit roughly along the same plane as the _____."
Answer: ecliptic
In your own words, what does "ecliptic" mean?
The apparent path that the sun follows across the sky over the course of a year, as seen from Earth.
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