satellite

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈsætəlaɪt/

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Noun

Singular satellite

Plural satellites

1. A satellite is an object in orbit around another celestial object, such as the Moon orbiting the Earth.
2. A satellite is a man-made object orbiting a celestial body, especially one sending back information to Earth or one helping with GPS trilateration or television signals.
3. A television which uses a satellite dish.