meteor

[ˈmiːtɪə(r)]

meteor Definition

  • 1a piece of rock or metal from space that burns brightly in the sky as it falls towards the ground
  • 2a very successful person or thing, especially in sports

Using meteor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "meteor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We saw a meteor shower last night.

  • Example

    The meteor exploded in the atmosphere before it could hit the ground.

  • Example

    He is a meteor in the world of tennis, winning every major tournament this year.

meteor Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for meteor

Phrases with meteor

  • a celestial event in which a number of meteors are seen to radiate from one point in the night sky

    Example

    We stayed up late to watch the meteor shower.

  • the collision of a meteor with the Earth's surface

    Example

    The meteor impact caused a massive explosion and created a huge crater.

  • the glowing streak of light left behind by a meteor as it travels through the Earth's atmosphere

    Example

    The meteor trail was visible for several minutes after the meteor had passed.

Origins of meteor

from Greek 'meteōros', meaning 'high in the air'

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Summary: meteor in Brief

A 'meteor' [ˈmiːtɪə(r)] is a piece of rock or metal from space that burns brightly in the sky as it falls towards the ground. It can also refer to a very successful person or thing, especially in sports, as in 'He is a meteor in the world of tennis.' Phrases like 'meteor shower' and 'meteor impact' describe celestial events, while 'meteor trail' refers to the glowing streak of light left behind by a meteor.

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