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Definitions from the WebAsteroidsDefinition: Asteroids are rocky objects that orbit the Sun, mainly found in the asteroid belt between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. Noun - Sense 1: In astronomy, asteroids are defined as small rocky bodies that are larger than meteoroids but smaller than dwarf planets. Example sentence: Astronomers study asteroids to better understand the formation and evolution of our solar system. Noun - Sense 2: In popular culture, asteroids are often depicted as potential threats to Earth due to the possibility of impact events. Example sentence: In the science fiction movie, the hero must save humanity from an imminent asteroid collision. Noun - Sense 3: Asteroids is also the name of a classic arcade game released in 1979, where players control a spaceship to destroy incoming asteroids. Example sentence: Have you ever played Asteroids? It's a challenging and addictive game. Related term: Meteoroids | ||||
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