satellite
Translation
satellite
Examples
A new satellite was launched into orbit.
A new satellite was launched into orbit.
The Moon is a natural satellite of the Earth.
The Moon is a natural satellite of the Earth.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) satellite (singular) a celestial or artificial body orbiting a planet A satellite provides television signals.
((natural/artificial)) satellite (adjective) + satellite The Moon is a natural satellite.
Similar Words
Synonyms: moon, orbiter, spacecraft
Etymology
From Latin 'satelles' meaning 'attendant' or 'guard'. It originally referred to an attendant of a powerful person.
Memory Tips
Imagine it 'sat' watching over the Earth. The '-ellite' part sounds like 'little', so a 'little thing that sat' and watches.