Asteroid
Definition
(noun) A small rocky body orbiting the sun
Examples
“Scientists are studying an asteroid that may pass close to Earth.”
“I spotted an asteroid in the simulator.”
“Maya kept a tiny asteroid on her desk.”
“Last night, the telescope picked up three asteroids near Mars.”
“He said the asteroid buzzed past Jupiter before dawn.”
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Other English words at this level include Conundrum, Zenith, Ephemeral, Mellifluous, and Quintessential. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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