perigee
(Noun)
Definition
The point in its orbit when a planet or a satellite is nearest the earth
Synonyms
Periapsis
Orbit
Revolution
Antonyms
Apogee
Apoapsis
Point of Apoapsis
Sentences
1. The astronomer was horrified as his microscope did not work on the night of the perigee.
2. In many nature-based religions, devotees pray on the day of the perigee.
#LookUp: Lunar Perigee