interregal

/ˌɪntəˈriːɡəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or occurring between the regular or seasonal periods of a recurring astronomical event, such as the interreglum of the Saros cycle.

“The astronomer studied the interregal periods between lunar eclipses.”

2. noun

a period between recurring events, such as eclipses or planetary alignments.

“The team of scientists tracked the interregal period leading up to the next planetary alignment.”

Synonyms

  • interlunar
  • interlunary
  • interstellar

Antonyms

  • seasonal
  • solar