What does bolide mean?
Bolide means An extremely bright meteor..
Bolide
/ˈboʊ.laɪd/ · noun
Meaning
An extremely bright meteor..
Definitions by Sense
- An extremely bright meteor.
- Any extraterrestrial body that collides with Earth.
- A fireball.
Example Sentences
The smallest impactor that can penetrate the atmosphere deep enough to cause any damage on the ground is not much smaller than the "Tunguska" bolide that flattened a couple thousand square miles of Siberian forest in 1908.
Synonyms for bolide
Antonyms for bolide
Related Words
Word Forms
- bolides
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for bolide?
Common synonyms include fireball.
What is the opposite of bolide?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use bolide in a sentence?
The smallest impactor that can penetrate the atmosphere deep enough to cause any damage on the ground is not much smaller than the "Tunguska" bolide that flattened a couple thousand square miles of Siberian forest in 1908.
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