What does "tidal locking" mean?

The locking of the rotation of a satellite (moon or planet) to its orbit, such that one side always faces the body around which it is orbiting.

What is a synonym for "tidal locking"?

Common synonyms include: gravitational locking, orbital locking, synchronous rotation.

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The locking of the rotation of a satellite (moon or planet) to its orbit, such that one side always faces the body around which it is orbiting. uncountable