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closest points of approach

closest points of approach is the plural of closest point of approach.

Meaning of closest point of approach

Noun

closest point of approach (plural closest points of approach)

  1. (navigation) An estimated point in which the distance between two objects, of which at least one is in motion, will reach its minimum value; abbreviated CPA. The estimate is used to evaluate the risk of a collision of e.g. two ships.

Questions about closest points of approach

What is closest points of approach the plural of?
Closest points of approach is the plural of closest point of approach.

Words near closest points of approach in the dictionary

  1. closes with
  2. closest
  3. closest alligator to the boat
  4. closest alligators to the boat
  5. closest point of approach
  6. closest points of approach
  7. closest to
  8. closest to one's vest
  9. closest to someone's heart
  10. closest to the bone
  11. closest to the vest

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