Sublunar (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Situated between the earth and the moon.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The sublunar region of space is home to many artificial satellites orbiting the Earth.
- Astronomers have long been fascinated by the sublunar environment and its effects on space travel.
- The sublunar zone is a critical area for space missions, as it poses unique challenges for spacecraft navigation.
- Space debris in the sublunar region poses a significant threat to operational satellites and space stations.
- The study of the sublunar environment is crucial for understanding the complex interactions between the Earth, the Moon, and the surrounding space.
Synonyms
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Meaning 2
Of this earth; "transcendental motives for sublunary actions"; "fleeting sublunary pleasures"; "the nearest to an angelic being that treads this terrestrial ball".
Classification
All adjective clusters.