planetoid

English

noun
Definitions
  • (astronomy) An asteroid of any size
  • (astronomy) An asteroid-like body in an orbit beyond the asteroid belt, such as a centaur or Kuiper belt object
  • (astronomy) A larger, planetary, body in orbit around the Sun, such as Vesta or (candidate) dwarf planets such Eris or Sedna
  • (astronomy) A dwarf planet

Etymology

Suffix from English planet.

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English

planet

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