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orbit

/ˈɔːbɪt/

/ˈɔrbɪt/

orbitnoun

orbits

/ˈɔːbɪt/

/ˈɔrbɪt/

Translations

orbite

The satellite was launched into orbit around the Earth.

Le satellite a été lancé en orbite autour de la Terre.

Additional translations

orbiteanatomie

orbiteau figuré

Definitions

The curved path of a celestial object or spacecraft around a star, planet, or moon, especially a periodic elliptical revolution.

The satellite was launched into orbit around the Earth.

A range or sphere of activity or influence.

The company expanded its orbit of operations to include international markets.

The bony cavity in the skull containing the eyeball; the eye socket.

The doctor examined the patient's orbit for any signs of injury.

Synonyms

orbitverb

orbited

Past Simple

orbited

Past Participle

orbiting

Gerund

/ˈɔː.bɪt/

/ˈɔr.bɪt/

Translations

orbiter

The satellite orbits the Earth every 90 minutes.

Le satellite orbite autour de la Terre toutes les 90 minutes.

Additional translations

graviter

Definitions

To move in a circular or elliptical path around a celestial body due to gravitational forces.

The satellite orbits the Earth every 90 minutes.

To move or travel around something in a curved path.

The moon orbits around the planet, creating a beautiful view in the night sky.

Synonyms

orbitadjective

/ˈɔː.bɪt/

/ˈɔr.bɪt/

Attributive use before a noun, e.g. "orbit calculation"

Translations

orbital

Engineers performed detailed orbit analysis before the launch.

Les ingénieurs ont effectué une analyse orbitale détaillée avant le lancement.

Definitions

Relating to or connected with an orbit or orbits.

Engineers performed detailed orbit analysis before the launch.

orbitpast participle

Definitions

That has completed or been put into one or more orbits.

The most orbited body in the solar system is the Moon.

orbitgerund / present participle

Definitions

That is currently moving in an orbit.

The orbiting satellite transmitted high-resolution images.