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zero gravity

noun

Definition of zero gravity

  1. :  the state or condition of lacking apparent gravitational pull :  weightlessness

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1951

ZERO GRAVITY Defined for English Language Learners

zero gravity

noun

Definition of zero gravity for English Language Learners

  • : a state or condition in which there is no gravity

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