Astrogating

/ˈæstroʊˌɡeɪtɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of astrogate; the act of navigating through space using astronomical data and calculations.

Etymology

From astrogate + '-ing' suffix. This continuous form is used in aerospace and science fiction contexts to describe ongoing space navigation.

Kelly Says

The verb form 'astrogating' emphasizes the active, continuous process of space navigation—it's not a one-time calculation but an ongoing adjustment and refinement, like steering a ship through cosmic currents.

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