Planet

usgb/ˈplænɪt/
noun

A round object in space that moves around a star.

Earth is the planet we live on.
Visual representation of "planet" - A round object in space that moves around a star.

Often appears as...

  • life on a planet
  • planet orbit
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Visual representation of "planet"
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Solar System

Our solar system contains eight major planets, including Earth, that orbit the sun.

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Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.
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Not a Star

Planets shine by reflecting light from their star, unlike stars which produce their own light.

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At night, planets in the sky look like stars but don't twinkle as much.
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Non-Scientific Use

The word 'planet' can be used metaphorically to suggest a realm or area of interest.

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In the world of fashion, she lived on a different planet.
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