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Heliocentric
hee-lee-oh-SEN-trik
/ˌhiːlioʊˈsɛntrɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Heliocentric
Dictionary meaning
Having the sun as the center of the solar system.
Examples
- The heliocentric model replaced the Earth-centered view in the 16th century.
Pronunciation tips
Five syllables. Stress on fourth syllable.
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