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orbitar

to orbit

verb ohr-bee-TAHR Rare

Origin: From Latin orbita (track, course).

Usage Note

Orbitar describes circular or elliptical movement around a body — la Luna orbita la Tierra (the Moon orbits the Earth). It is also used figuratively to mean 'to revolve around' an idea or person. It is a regular -ar verb with no irregularities.

Examples

"El satélite orbita la Tierra cada día."

Natural Translation

The satellite orbits the Earth every day.

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