What does meteor mean?
A small particle from space that enters the Earth's atmosphere and burns up, producing a bright streak of light in the sky. A meteorite is a piece of a meteor that survives entry into the atmosphere and lands on the Earth's surface.
Example
"The meteor streaked across the night sky, leaving a trail of glowing gas behind it."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.