L4
English

Diagram of the Lagrange points, showing L4 leading the smaller object by 60 degrees.
Noun
L4
- (astrophysics) Abbreviation of Lagrange point 4, located 60 degrees ahead of the smaller object along its orbit around the larger object.
Synonyms
- leading Trojan point
Related terms
- (astrophysics): Lagrange point, L1, L2, L3, L5
Polish
Etymology
From the name of an obsolete sick leave form.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ɛl ˈt͡ʂtɛ.rɨ/
Audio (file) - Rhymes: -ɛrɨ
Further reading
- L4 in Polish dictionaries at PWN
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