stationkeeping

English

noun
Definitions
  • (nautical) The maintenance of a ship's position relative to others in a fleet or convoy
  • (by extension) The maintenance of a satellite in geosynchronous orbit over a desired spot.

Etymology

Compound from English station + English keeping.

Origin

English

keeping

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