Geocentric
adjective
Something that is centered on Earth, or based on the idea that Earth is the center.
The geocentric model of the universe placed Earth at the center of everything.
Often appears as...
- geocentric model
- geocentric theory
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Academic
adjective
Relating to, measured from, or with respect to the Earth's own center.
The geocentric latitude is the angle between the line perpendicular to the ellipsoidal surface and the plane of the equator.
Often appears as...
- geocentric latitude
- geocentric coordinate
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Technical
adjective
Something that is centered on Earth, or based on the idea that Earth is the center.
The geocentric model of the universe placed Earth at the center of everything.
Often appears as...
- geocentric model
- geocentric theory
Usage tips
Academic
adjective
Relating to, measured from, or with respect to the Earth's own center.
The geocentric latitude is the angle between the line perpendicular to the ellipsoidal surface and the plane of the equator.
Often appears as...
- geocentric latitude
- geocentric coordinate
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Historic Model
Historically, 'geocentric' refers to an outdated astronomical model.
Medieval scholars debated the geocentric conception of the cosmos.
Pro Tip 2/3Obsolete Science
'Geocentric' is no longer scientifically accurate but can be used metaphorically.
She has a geocentric view of the world, thinking everything revolves around her.
Pro Tip 3/3Academic Usage
'Geocentric' in the academic context often implies an Earth-focused perspective.
The geocentric model is discussed in the context of historical scientific methods.
Pro Tip 1/3Historic Model
Historically, 'geocentric' refers to an outdated astronomical model.
Medieval scholars debated the geocentric conception of the cosmos.
Pro Tip 2/3Obsolete Science
'Geocentric' is no longer scientifically accurate but can be used metaphorically.
She has a geocentric view of the world, thinking everything revolves around her.
Pro Tip 3/3Academic Usage
'Geocentric' in the academic context often implies an Earth-focused perspective.
The geocentric model is discussed in the context of historical scientific methods.
Pro Tip 1/3Historic Model
Historically, 'geocentric' refers to an outdated astronomical model.
Medieval scholars debated the geocentric conception of the cosmos.
Pro Tip 2/3Obsolete Science
'Geocentric' is no longer scientifically accurate but can be used metaphorically.
She has a geocentric view of the world, thinking everything revolves around her.
Pro Tip 3/3Academic Usage
'Geocentric' in the academic context often implies an Earth-focused perspective.
The geocentric model is discussed in the context of historical scientific methods.
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Video examples
Music and emotion...
the night sky the howl was a style called polyphony music of many independently moving voices that suggested the way the planet seemed to move in ptolemies geocentric universe this was truly the music of the spheres
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Michael Tilson Thomas:...
as could be seen in the design of the night sky. The 'how' was a style called polyphony, music of many independently moving voices that suggested the way the planets seemed to move in Ptolemy's geocentric universe.
Video examples
Music and emotion...
the night sky the howl was a style called polyphony music of many independently moving voices that suggested the way the planet seemed to move in ptolemies geocentric universe this was truly the music of the spheres
Video examples
Michael Tilson Thomas:...
as could be seen in the design of the night sky. The 'how' was a style called polyphony, music of many independently moving voices that suggested the way the planets seemed to move in Ptolemy's geocentric universe.
Example 1 of 2
Quote examples
Jack Dangermond
American Businessman
There is the GIS world that is largely managing authoritative data sources, supporting geocentric workflows like fixing roads, making cities more livable through better planning, environmental management, forest management, drilling in the right location for oil, managing assets and utilities.
Quote examples
Jack Dangermond
American Businessman
There is the GIS world that is largely managing authoritative data sources, supporting geocentric workflows like fixing roads, making cities more livable through better planning, environmental management, forest management, drilling in the right location for oil, managing assets and utilities.
Example 1 of 1
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