"closest point of approach" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: closest points of approach [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|closest points of approach}} closest point of approach (plural closest points of approach)
  1. (nautical, navigation) An estimated point in which the distance between two objects, of which at least one is in motion, will reach its minimum value; abbreviated CPA. The estimate is used to evaluate the risk of a collision of e.g. two ships. Categories (topical): Nautical, Navigation
    Sense id: en-closest_point_of_approach-en-noun-Yz1bmh4U Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: nautical, transport

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