Astro*Dictionary
by Michael Erlewine
2 articles for
"Almucantar"
A parallel of altitude; a small circle parallel to the horizon.
See also:
♦ Parallel ♦ Horizon ♦ Small Circle
Almucantar [Munkasey M.]
A Small Circle which is parallel to the Horizon. (v. "Altitude Circle")
See also:
♦ Altitude Circle ♦ Horizon
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