Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

appulse

Noun

/əˈpʌls/

Definition

The act of coming close or touching; proximity.

Examples

The appulse of the moon to Jupiter was a spectacular sight for astronomers.
During the appulse of the two planets, they appeared unusually bright in the night sky.

Meaning

Appulse refers to the approaching or touching of an object or phenomenon. It is often used in scientific contexts, particularly in astronomy, to describe a close approach of celestial bodies.