orbiter

English

noun
Definitions
  • An object that orbits another, especially a spacecraft that orbits a planet etc. without landing on it.
  • (slang) A person who constantly hang hangs around with someone they are attracted to, but too shy to talk to.

Etymology

Suffix from English orbit.

Origin

English

orbit

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