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"In astronomy, nadir refers to the point on the celestial sphere directly beneath a given position or observer and diametrically opposite the zenith." more

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The traveler's shadow was shortest when the sun was at its nadir.
As the plane flew overhead, its shadow on the ground indicated the nadir of the sun's position.

Nadir

ney-der
nounIn astronomy, nadir refers to the point on the celestial sphere directly beneath a given position or observer and diametrically opposite the zenith.
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Last Updated On: March 19, 2024
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