asteroid

//ˈæs.tə.ɹɔɪd//
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Noun

asteroidSingular
asteroidsPlural
1

A small rocky body orbiting the sun, typically found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

Scientists discovered a new asteroid orbiting between Mars and Jupiter.

2

Any of the numerous small celestial bodies composed of rock and metal that move in elliptical orbits primarily between Mars and Jupiter.

Scientists discovered a new asteroid orbiting between Mars and Jupiter.

Synonym

planetoidminor planet
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