line of nodes

noun

The intersection of an orbiting object's orbital plane with the plane of reference.

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Meanings

nounline of nodes (plural lines of nodes)

plural lines of nodes

  1. astronomyThe intersection of an orbiting object's orbital plane with the plane of reference.
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