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    Satellite (en. Satellite)

    /sa.te.lit/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Artificial object launched into space to orbit the Earth or another celestial body.
    The satellite transmits weather data.
    Le satellite transmet des données météorologiques.
    Natural body, such as a moon, that orbits around a planet.
    The Moon is Earth's natural satellite.
    La Lune est le satellite naturel de la Terre.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'satellitem', meaning 'servant, guard'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    communication satellite
    Artificial object used to transmit communication signals.
    satellite de communication
    natural satellite
    A celestial body, such as a moon, orbiting around a planet.
    satellite naturel

    Related Words

    orbit
    Trajectory of a celestial body around another.
    orbite
    astronomy
    Science that studies celestial bodies and the universe.
    astronomie

    Slang Meanings

    Satellite network
    A satellite network is used for internet connection in rural areas.
    On utilise un réseau satellite pour la connexion Internet dans les zones rurales.
    Satellite TV
    I have a subscription to a satellite television service.
    J'ai un abonnement à un service de télévision par satellite.