Definition

Describing something that is moving towards a large celestial body due to gravitational pull.

Example

The infalling matter created a bright light as it approached the black hole.

Conversation

Did you read that article about black holes?

Yeah, it's fascinating how they draw in everything with their infalling mass.

I never realized how strong their gravity can be.

Right? It's like a cosmic vacuum cleaner!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infalling is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "falling" (from the root "fall" which comes from Old English "feallan", meaning to drop or descend). The word describes the action of something that is falling into a place or condition.

Memory Tip

Think of something 'falling' ('fall') 'into' ('in-') a certain area or state — that's what infalling means.

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