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orrery
a mechanical model of the solar system in which the planets can be moved at the correct relative velocities around the sun

orrery [′ȯr·ər·ē]
(astronomy)
A model of the solar system equipped with mechanical devices to make the planets move at their correct relative velocities around the sun.


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Bryn, 28, trained at Llandrillo College, Rhos-on-Sea and is sous-chef at London's Orerry restaurant.
45 Golden Jubilee Stakes (Gp1, 6f) ALL calculations in the race better known in its former guise as the Cork and Orerry revolve around Airwave, but whether she is a betting proposition at likely short odds is highly doubtful, particularly as this race has been very difficult to crack of late - the last four winners have been returned at 20-1, 16-1 twice and 10-1.
His notable 'majors' were the Ribblesdale Stakes, the Doncaster Cup, the Cornwallis Stakes, the Challenge Stakes and the Cork And Orerry Stakes.
 
 
 
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