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Meaning of MINOR PLANET

Pronunciation:  'mInur 'planit

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 Definition: [n]  any of numerous small celestial bodies composed of rock and metal that move around the sun (mainly between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter)
 
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 Synonyms: asteroid, planetoid
 
 See Also: Apollo asteroid, Ceres, Pallas, planet, solar system, Vesta

 

 

 

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