orbit

noun
UK: /ˈɔː.bɪt/
US: /ˈɔːr.bɪt/

  1. The curved path of a planet, star, moon or satellite around another object in space.

    1. The Earth's orbit around the sun is elliptical.
    2. The satellite is now in a stable orbit around the planet, collecting data.

  2. A range of influence or activity.

    1. Her work is within the orbit of social care.
    2. The discussion expanded beyond the original orbit of the intended topic.

Synonyms

revolution revolve scope circle encircle path range
orbit verb

  1. To move in a curved path around a planet, star, moon or satellite.

    1. The moon orbits the Earth.
    2. The spacecraft will orbit the planet for several months.

  2. To move or travel around something or someone.

    1. Fans orbit the pop star, trying to get an autograph.
    2. Politicians tend to orbit around influential donors during election years.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "orbit" in English means: The curved path of a planet, star, moon or satellite around another object in space., A range of influence or activity..

The phonetic transcription of "orbit" is /ˈɔː.bɪt/ in British English and /ˈɔːr.bɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "orbit": revolution, revolve, scope, circle, encircle, path, range.

Example usage of "orbit": "The Earth's orbit around the sun is elliptical.". More examples on the page.