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satellite

noun
ˈsæt.əl.aɪt

Meaning

An artificial object which has been intentionally placed into orbit around a celestial body.
An artificial body placed in orbit around the earth or another planet to collect information or for communication.

Example Sentences

Satellites provide critical data for research.

The weather satellite provided real-time images of the storm.

Example Expressions

satellite office

Synonyms

spacecraft, orbiter, probe, moon, companion
Entry 1
spacecraft, orbiter
Entry 2
orbiter, probe, spacecraft, moon, companion

Antonyms

ground station, core, center
Entry 1
ground station
Entry 2
core, center

Collocations

communication satellite, weather satellite, launch satellite, satellite dish

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