astronavigation

noun

Meaning

The practice of determining a vessel's position by observing the altitude and azimuth of celestial bodies.

Examples

Before modern GPS, sailors relied heavily on astronavigation to cross the vast Pacific.
He spent years mastering the complex mathematical formulas required for precise astronavigation.

Synonyms: celestial navigation, star navigation, celestial fixing, astronomy

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astronavigation

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæstrəˌnævɪˈɡeɪʃən/

Definition

The practice of determining a vessel's position by observing the altitude and azimuth of celestial bodies.

Examples

Before modern GPS, sailors relied heavily on astronavigation to cross the vast Pacific.
He spent years mastering the complex mathematical formulas required for precise astronavigation.

Synonyms of astronavigation

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