planetoid Definition
a celestial body that orbits the sun and is smaller than a planet but larger than a meteoroid.
Using planetoid: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "planetoid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Pluto was once considered a planet, but it is now classified as a planetoid.
Example
Ceres is the largest planetoid in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
planetoid Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for planetoid
- asteroid
- dwarf planet
- minor planet
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Summary: planetoid in Brief
The term 'planetoid' [plan-i-toid] refers to a celestial body that orbits the sun and is smaller than a planet but larger than a meteoroid. It is often used interchangeably with 'dwarf planet,' 'minor planet,' and 'asteroid.'
