Geostatic

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Relating to the pressure exerted by earth or similar substance. not-comparable

    "geostatic load"

  2. 2
    Based on a model in which the Earth does not move and all other motion is described relative to the Earth's fixed position. not-comparable

    "In contrast, the moon, since it shares the earth's heliocentric motion, does not have a component of its geostatic motion that mirrors the earth's orbit and thereby yields retrogression, as does the epicycle of a superior planet."

Synonyms

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electrostaticstatic

Example

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"In contrast, the moon, since it shares the earth's heliocentric motion, does not have a component of its geostatic motion that mirrors the earth's orbit and thereby yields retrogression, as does the epicycle of a superior planet."

Etymology

From geo- + static.

Related phrases

geostatic arch

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