solipetal

English

Etymology

From Latin sōl (“sun”) + petō, petere (“seek, aim”) +‎ -al.

Adjective

solipetal (not comparable)

1. (astronomy, rare) Moving towards the sun.

Quotations

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Antonyms

• solifugal

Anagrams

• apostille, tail poles, tail-poles, tailpoles