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Vocabulary Entry
geostationary
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Referring to a satellite that orbits the Earth at the same rotational speed as the Earth, thus appearing stationary relative to a fixed point on the Earth's surface.
Example Sentences
"The geostationary satellite provides consistent coverage over a specific region."
"Broadcast signals from geostationary satellites can reach millions of homes."
"Researchers are launching new geostationary platforms for climate monitoring."
N
noun
A satellite that is in a geostationary orbit.
Example Sentences
"The communication geostationary was positioned over the continent to optimize signal strength."
"Many geostationaries are used for weather observation and telecommunications."
"Engineers are working on upgrading the geostationary to improve its bandwidth."