Cool MateMeaning of Meteor
A small celestial body that enters the Earth's atmosphere and produces a bright streak of light.
In simple words: A meteor is a bright streak of light in the sky, often from a falling star.
Meteor in a sentence
- Last night, I saw a meteor streaking across the sky.
- During the meteor shower, the sky was lit up with countless bright meteors.
- A meteor can be seen for only a few seconds as it burns up.
- Some people believe that wishing on a meteor can make your dreams come true.
- The scientists studied the meteor to learn more about its composition before it burned up.
How to use Meteor
Use 'meteor' when referring to the visible path of a meteoroid as it enters the Earth's atmosphere. Avoid using in casual conversation unless discussing astronomy.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'meteor' like 'meet your star' - it's a star streaking across the sky!
Related words
Collocations with Meteor
- meteor shower
- bright meteor
- falling meteor
Synonyms for Meteor
- shooting star
- falling star
- bolide
Common mistakes with Meteor
- Confused with 'meteoroid' which refers to the object before it enters the atmosphere.
- Mispronounced as 'me-tor' instead of 'mee-tee-or'.
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Frequently asked questions about Meteor
What does Meteor mean?
A meteor is a bright streak of light in the sky, often from a falling star.
What is the definition of Meteor?
A small celestial body that enters the Earth's atmosphere and produces a bright streak of light.
How do you use Meteor in a sentence?
Last night, I saw a meteor streaking across the sky.
Can you give another example of Meteor?
During the meteor shower, the sky was lit up with countless bright meteors.
What are synonyms for Meteor?
Common alternatives include shooting star, falling star, bolide.
What words go with Meteor?
It commonly pairs with meteor shower, bright meteor, falling meteor.
What are common mistakes when using Meteor?
Confused with 'meteoroid' which refers to the object before it enters the atmosphere. Mispronounced as 'me-tor' instead of 'mee-tee-or'.
How do you pronounce Meteor?
US: //ˈmiːtiɚ//, UK: //ˈmiːtiə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Meteor?
Use 'meteor' when referring to the visible path of a meteoroid as it enters the Earth's atmosphere. Avoid using in casual conversation unless discussing astronomy.