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| 1. | [ adjective ] shaped like a star | |
| Synonyms: | star-shaped | |
| Related terms: | angular | |
| 2. | [ noun ] (astronomy) any of numerous small celestial bodies composed of rock and metal that move around the sun (mainly between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter) | |
| Synonyms: | planetoid minor_planet | |
| Related terms: | planet Apollo_asteroid Vesta Ceres pallas solar_system | |
| Similar spelling: |
Asteroidea asteroidal aster Asteridae Asterope Astronium astrodome astern ashtray asterisked asteriated austerity asternal asterism asterisk asterion Astarte |
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