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suborbital (adj.)

also sub-orbital, 1803 of the eye; 1959 of a planet, from sub- + orbital (adj.). Related: Suborbitally.

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Definitions of suborbital from WordNet

suborbital (adj.)
having or involving a trajectory of less than one orbit;
the first manned suborbital flight
suborbital (adj.)
situated on or below the floor of the eye socket;
a suborbital bone
Synonyms: subocular
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