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Gravitational Field

Definition: The region around a mass or object where the force of gravity is exerted.

Senses

Sense 1

Noun: A physical field that influences objects with mass, causing them to be attracted towards the center of the mass.

Example Sentence:

The gravitational field of the Earth keeps us grounded.

Sense 2

Noun: The strength, intensity, or magnitude of the gravitational force at a particular point in space.

Example Sentence:

The gravitational field near a black hole is incredibly powerful.

Sense 3

Noun: The area of influence or reach of a celestial body's gravitational force.

Example Sentence:

The gravitational field of the Sun extends far into our solar system.

Sense 4

Noun: Figuratively, a sphere of influence or dominance.

Example Sentence:

His wealth and power created a gravitational field that attracted people towards him.

Sense 5

Adjective: Pertaining to or related to the gravitational field.

Example Sentence:

The spacecraft experienced gravitational field disturbances during its orbit.

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