meteoroid

Noun

A small body moving in the solar system that would become a meteor if it entered the Earth's atmosphere.

ریشه

From the word 'meteor' with the suffix '-oid'.

مثال

• Meteoroids are often remnants of comets or asteroids.
• The meteoroid burned up in the Earth's atmosphere, creating a bright streak of light.
• Scientists track meteoroids to understand their trajectories and potential impact on Earth.