The point in an orbit when two objects are closest together. Special names are given to this point for commonly used systems, including periastron, perihelion, and perigee. Compare with apoapsis. Found on http://www.daviddarling.info/encyclopedia/P/periapsis.html
The point of an orbit nearest to the center of attraction of an orbiting body. See also: Orbit, Pericentre, Perigee. Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20687