Palydovinis

Palydovinis is a Lithuanian term that translates to "satellite" or "escort" in English. It is most commonly used in the context of astronomy, referring to natural satellites that orbit a planet. These celestial bodies are often referred to as moons. Examples of palydovinis include Earth's Moon, Jupiter's Galilean moons, and Saturn's Titan. The presence and characteristics of a planet's palydovinis can provide valuable insights into the formation and evolution of planetary systems. In some instances, the term can also be used metaphorically to describe anything that follows or accompanies something else, though this usage is less frequent.