GEOSTATIONARY

geostationary

(adjective) of or having a geosynchronous orbit such that the position in such an orbit is fixed with respect to the earth; “a geostationary satellite”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

geostationary (not comparable)

At a fixed distance in three dimensions relative to a particular point on the Earth's surface; generally only possible with orbital satellites.

Source: Wiktionary



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There are four varieties of commercially viable coffee: Arabica, Liberica, Excelsa, and Robusta. Growers predominantly plant the Arabica species. Although less popular, Robusta tastes slightly more bitter and contains more caffeine.

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