CEFR B1

distant planet

noun phrase

Meaning

A celestial body that orbits a star but is located extremely far away, often making it difficult to observe.

Examples

Astronomers are searching for signs of life on a distant planet in a neighboring galaxy.
The probe was launched with the mission to study the atmosphere of a distant planet.

Synonyms: remote celestial body, far-off world, exoplanet, alien world

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distant planet (B1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: ˈdɪs.tənt ˈplæn.ɪt

Definition

A celestial body that orbits a star but is located extremely far away, often making it difficult to observe.

Examples

Astronomers are searching for signs of life on a distant planet in a neighboring galaxy.
The probe was launched with the mission to study the atmosphere of a distant planet.

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