Simple meaning
What does Orbit mean?
Orbit means move around something in space.
Dictionary definition
Orbit means to move around a planet, star, or other object in space.
Example sentences
Orbit in a sentence
easy
In science class, we learned what orbit means.
medium
The reading passage used orbit to explain an Earth and space science idea.
hard
During a classroom model activity, using orbit correctly made our explanation more precise.
Synonyms
Words like Orbit
circleRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
revolveRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
travel aroundRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
stand stillHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
departHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Orbit word family
Base word
orbit
verb
orbit
Base form.
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What does orbit mean?
Orbit means orbit means move around something in space.
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