Noun: solar apex 'sow-lu(r) 'ey,peks
- The point on the celestial sphere toward which the sun and solar system appear to be moving relative to the fixed stars
"Astronomers use the solar apex to understand the sun's movement through space";
- apex, apex of the sun's way
Derived forms: solar apices
Type of: celestial point
Part of: celestial sphere, empyrean, firmament, heavens, sphere, vault of heaven, welkin
Encyclopedia: Solar apex