Dictionary entryCEFR B1noun

satellite

IPA pronunciation: /ˈsætəlaɪt/

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Russian meaning

спутник

English definition

A machine sent into space to orbit the Earth or another planet for communication or information gathering.

Example

The satellite transmits television signals to millions of homes.

Collocations

satellite dish
satellite navigation
communications satellite
weather satellite

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