Definition

Referring to the area or space that is located between the Earth and the Moon.

Example

The cislunar region is crucial for future space exploration missions.

Conversation

Did you know there's a term for the space between the Earth and the Moon?

Really? What is it called?

It's called cislunar space, and it's pretty fascinating!

That sounds interesting! I wonder what kind of missions go there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cislunar is formed from "cis-" (meaning on this side of) and "lunar" (from Latin "lunaris", meaning of the moon). The term refers to the region of space that is between the Earth and the Moon, specifically on the Earth side of the Moon.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cis-' meaning 'on this side of' and 'lunar' relating to the Moon — cislunar describes the area between the Earth and the Moon.

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