For Orb we have terms and definitions in 5 topics. The topics are Astrology, Heraldry, Java, Paranormal and William Shakespeare.

Orb (Astrology)

An aspect between planets or sensitive points is usually allowed some inexactitude, which is called its orb of influence. This comes from the idea of a halo or aura surrounding a planet, comprising its rays. Traditional astrology allows different orbs for each of the planets, but modern astrology works primarily on an orb of aspect. Major aspects are allowed a greater orb than minor ones. For example, a conjunction is usually allowed an orb of 8 degrees, whereas a semi-sextile would only be allowed an orb of 2 degrees of arc. The Moon is usually allowed more orb than other planets, while faster planets are allowed more orb than slower ones. Greater orb is allowed in natal astrology than in mundane, where timing is more critical.

Orb (Heraldry)

A globe encircled, bearing a cross; a mound.

Orb (Java)

Object Request Broker. A library than enables CORBA objects to locate and communicate with one another.

Orb (Paranormal)

The "life force" or "spirit" of an individual, that is usually seen in the form of a white/transparent circular shape; argued by critics to be simply moisture on the camera.

Orb (William Shakespeare)

Poetic word for world. (Twelfth Night)

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