noun

satellite

satellite

A satellite orbits the Earth.

A satellite orbits the Earth.

The moon is a natural satellite.

The moon is a natural satellite.

((a/the)) satellite ((...)) A satellite orbits the Earth.

Synonyms: moon, orbiter

From Latin 'satelles' meaning 'an attendant', referring to a celestial body 'attending' a planet.

Imagine something that 'sat' in space to 'tell' us information.

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