perigee

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The term was first coined in 1979 by astrologer Richard Nolle to describe full Moons that appear noticeably larger and brighter as they coincide with the perigee.

From BBC • Oct. 4, 2025

If the Moon is full at its closest point to Earth - called the perigee - or within 90% of its closest point, it can be referred to as a 'supermoon'.

From BBC • Oct. 4, 2025

A full moon during perigee will appear 14% larger and 30% brighter than when it is furthest away from Earth.

From BBC • Sep. 17, 2024

New moons at perigee will occur again on Feb. 9, March 10 and April 8.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2024

Outside of that first awkward attempt on the night of the perigee moon to discover Julia Bishop’s past, we had never really talked about the reason behind her relocation to California.

From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith