libration meaning

Definition of libration

1. (astronomy) a real or apparent slow oscillation of a moon or satellite
   • the libration of the moon

   Type of: oscillation, variation

   Related forms: librate

How to pronounce libration

libration is pronounced /ˌlaɪˈbreɪʃən/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Words that rhyme with libration

• operation
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• duration
• location