Meaning | The point on the celestial sphere toward which the sun and solar system appear to be moving relative to the fixed stars. |
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Synonyms | apex, apex of the sun's way |
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Part of | celestial sphere, sphere, empyrean, firmament, heavens, vault of heaven, welkin | The apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected |
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Broader | celestial point | A point in the heavens (on the celestial sphere) |
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Opposite | antapex | The point opposite in direction from the solar apex |
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Spanish | ápex, ápice |
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Catalan | àpex |
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