aerobraking
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Etymology 1
Noun
aerobraking (uncountable)
- (astronautics) The use of atmospheric drag to reduce the velocity of a spacecraft, especially so as to establish a stable orbit and to reduce fuel consumption.
- Synonym: aeroassisting
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Etymology 2
Verb
aerobraking
- present participle and gerund of aerobrake
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