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Noun: analemma (analemmae,analemmas) `anu'lemu- An orthographic projection of the sphere on the plane of the meridian, the eye being supposed at an infinite distance, and in the east or west point of the horizon
- An instrument of wood or brass, on which this projection of the sphere is made, having a movable horizon or cursor; - formerly much used in solving some common astronomical problems
- A scale of the sun's declination for each day of the year, drawn across the torrid zone on an artificial terrestrial globe
Derived forms: analemmae, analemmas Encyclopedia: Analemma |