Astro*Dictionary
by Michael Erlewine

2 articles for
"Small Circle"

A circle which does not have the center of a sphere for its center; thus, its plane does not pass through the centre of the sphere. Example: Any circle of latitude other than the equator.

 

See also: ♦ Circle ♦ Equator

A circle which does not have the center of the Celestial Sphere as its center.

 

See also: ♦ Circle ♦ Equator