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satellite

[sat-l-ahyt] / ˈsæt lˌaɪt /
NOUN
small planet that revolves around a larger one
Synonyms
STRONG
asteroid moon planetoid
NOUN
smaller country dependent upon a larger one
Synonyms
STRONG
dependency protectorate
WEAK
buffer state dependent state puppet government satellite state
NOUN
subsidiary
Synonyms
STRONG
asteroid luna moon rocket spacecraft sputnik
WEAK
ancillary

Example Sentences

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Amazon has been in lengthy talks with both Globalstar and Apple, which holds a 20% stake in the satellite operator, the media outlet reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

However, he added that he thinks SpaceX “probably” has decided to beat Amazon’s offer to Globalstar to cement its dominance in the satellite industry.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

SpaceX filed confidential initial public offering documents with the SEC, intensifying competition in the satellite services market.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The satellite builder and rocket operator has confidentially filed IPO paperwork with the Securities and Exchange Commission, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

A satellite passes slowly across the opposite side of the room.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.