Cool MatePlanet
UK /["/ˈplænɪt/"]/US /["/ˈplænɪt/"]/
Definition
a large round object in space that moves around a star (such as the sun) and receives light from it
In simple words: A large round object in space that moves around a star.
Examples
- Earth is the third planet from the Sun.
- Mars is known as the red planet due to its color.
- Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.
- Scientists are discovering new planets outside our solar system.
- The Saturn planet is famous for its beautiful rings.
- There is a theory that suggests the existence of a ninth planet beyond Pluto.
- Astronomers use telescopes to study distant planets.
Usage notes
Use 'planet' when talking about celestial bodies like Earth, Mars, etc. It's appropriate in scientific contexts, but can also be used in casual conversation about space.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Sounds like 'plan-it' — imagine planning a trip to another planet!
Collocations
- distant
- alien
- unknown
- be in orbit around
- orbit
- destroy
- orbit
- from a/the planet
- on a/the planet
- distant
- alien
- unknown
- be in orbit around
- orbit
- destroy
- orbit
- from a/the planet
- on a/the planet
Synonyms
- celestial body
- world
- sphere
- orb
- globe
Antonyms
- moon
- star
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'planets' as a verb (to plan something).
- Using 'planet' to refer to smaller objects, like moons.
- Mispronouncing the word, emphasizing the second syllable instead of the first.