What does orbit mean?

the curved path of an object moving around another in space to move around a planet, star, or other object in space

How is orbit pronounced?

UK /ˈɔːbɪt/, US /ˈɔːrbɪt/.

/ˈɔːbɪt/ · /ˈɔːrbɪt/

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天体或卫星运行轨道

n. the curved path of an object moving around another in space

天体或卫星运行轨道

v. to move around a planet, star, or other object in space

绕轨道运行；环绕

We watched an animation showing the satellite's orbit.

我们观看了一段展示卫星运行轨道的动画。

Satellites that orbit the Earth provide essential data for weather forecasting, disaster monitoring, and climate research.

绕地球运行的卫星为天气预报、灾害监测和气候研究提供必要数据。

动词可直接接天体：orbit the Earth，无须加 around。

What does orbit mean?: the curved path of an object moving around another in space to move around a planet, star, or other object in space
How is orbit pronounced?: UK /ˈɔːbɪt/, US /ˈɔːrbɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.