closest point of approach en · NOUN
Meanings
- (qualifier:navigation) An estimated point in which the distance between two objects, of which at least one is in motion, will reach its minimum value; abbreviated CPA. The estimate is used to evaluate the risk of a collision of e.g. two ships.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| closest points of approach | Number=Plur | lexicographic |