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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

meteoroids

/mɛtɪˈɔɪdz/ noun · British & US
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What does meteoroids mean?

noun

Small particles from space that enter a planet's atmosphere, often producing a bright streak of light in the sky, commonly known as a meteor.

Example

"The meteoroids burned up in the Earth's atmosphere, creating a spectacular display of shooting stars."

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