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satellite

/ˈsætɪlaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does satellite mean?

noun

An object that orbits a planet or moon, or a device that receives and transmits signals from a central station.

Example

"The satellite in orbit around the Earth provided valuable data for the scientists."

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