"periodic inequality" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: periodic inequalities [plural]
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  1. (astronomy) A disturbance in the motion of a planet due to its position in its orbit relative to another planet. Categories (topical): Astronomy
    Sense id: en-periodic_inequality-en-noun-HrhSl9Gq Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: astronomy, natural-sciences

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