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octant: the eighth part of a circle or an instrument measuring up to 45 degrees.
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old quadrant: type of horary quadrant, see article on the quadrant.
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opposition: two planets 180? from each other in the ecliptic are said to be in opposition. This relative position had important astrological significance.
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ordinary hours: system of hour reckoning, see article on time and date.
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orthographic planisphere: flat map produced by orthographic projection.
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