demiorbit

/dɛmiˈɔrbɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A demitted or abandoned orbit of a celestial body, especially a planet or moon.

“The spacecraft entered the demiorbit of the abandoned satellite.”

2. verb

To abandon or leave an orbit, especially of a celestial body.

“The spacecraft was demiorbiting due to a malfunction in its propulsion system.”

Synonyms

  • abandoned orbit
  • demitted orbit

Antonyms

  • stable orbit
  • stable orbit