orbit
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The curved path that an object in space follows around a planet, star, or moon.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The satellite entered the Earth's _____ two hours after launch."
Answer: orbit
In your own words, what does "orbit" mean?
The curved path that an object in space follows around a planet, star, or moon.
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