apogee
Definition
The point in the orbit of a celestial body, such as the moon or an artificial satellite, when it is farthest from the earth.
Example
"The spacecraft reached its apogee before beginning its descent back to earth."
The point in the orbit of a celestial body, such as the moon or an artificial satellite, when it is farthest from the earth.
"The spacecraft reached its apogee before beginning its descent back to earth."