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Zenith

The point directly overhead of an observer which is always perpendicular to the celestial horizon.


Zodiac

A belt of space that extends 8 or 9° either side of the ecliptic in which the  Sun, Moon and visible planets remain. (Derives from a Greek term meaning ‘circle of figures’). See ecliptic.