meteorite in a sentence
n.
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Definition
A meteorite is a solid fragment of a meteoroid that survives its passage through the Earth's atmosphere and lands on the surface.
Crossword clues for meteorite
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "meteorite".
- Fallen fragment from space that lands on Earth.
- Rock from outer space that reaches the ground.
- Solid piece of a meteoroid that survives entry.
- Heavenly body that lands after atmospheric journey.
- Space rock that survives to touch Earth’s surface.
Meteorite sentence examples
- The rare meteorite fell silently in the remote desert, captivating scientists around the world.
- After years of searching, he finally found a meteorite that contained traces of ancient water.
- The museum displayed a stunning collection of meteorites, each with its own fascinating story.
- Scientists were thrilled to discover that the meteorite originated from the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
- When the meteorite struck the Earth, it left a crater that became a popular tourist attraction.