ˈkɛplɪərn, ˈkɛplərn

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or derived from the laws of planetary motion discovered by Johannes Kepler, especially in relation to elliptical orbits

“The Keplerian orbit of the planet was an elliptical path that varied in size and shape.”

2. noun

a curve or path of an object under the influence of a gravitational force, especially in astronomy

“The Keplerian trajectory of the spacecraft was predicted to be an elliptical orbit around the planet.”