TERMIUM Plus®

The Government of Canada’s terminology and linguistic data bank.

PERIASTRON [1 record]

Record 1 2009-05-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Planets
  • Launching and Space Maneuvering
DEF

The point in the orbit of a satellite or planet which is at a minimum distance from the centre of mass of the primary body.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Planètes
  • Lancement et manœuvres dans l'espace
DEF

Point de l'orbite d'un objet céleste gravitant autour d'un axe pour lequel la distance des deux corps est minimale.

Spanish

Record saved

Copyright notice for the TERMIUM Plus® data bank

© Public Services and Procurement Canada, 2024
TERMIUM Plus®, the Government of Canada's terminology and linguistic data bank
A product of the Translation Bureau

Features

Language Portal of Canada

Access a collection of Canadian resources on all aspects of English and French, including quizzes.

Writing tools

The Language Portal’s writing tools have a new look! Easy to consult, they give you access to a wealth of information that will help you write better in English and French.

Glossaries and vocabularies

Access Translation Bureau glossaries and vocabularies.

Date Modified: