Apocynthions

/ˌæpəˈsɪnθiənz/ noun

Definition

The plural of apocynthion; multiple points in space where objects reach their farthest distance from the Moon in their orbits.

Etymology

From apocynthion with the standard English plural suffix -s, used when referring to several lunar orbital apexes.

Kelly Says

Every Apollo mission had to calculate its apocynthions—these mathematical points were critical for getting home safely from the Moon!

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