Meaning of the word "gravitational force" in English

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gravitational force

US /ˌɡræv.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən.əl fɔːrs/
UK /ˌɡræv.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən.əl fɔːs/

Noun

the force of attraction between all masses in the universe, especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surface

Example:
The moon's orbit around the Earth is maintained by gravitational force.
Without gravitational force, objects would float away into space.