English noun: planetoid | |||
1. | planetoid (object) any of numerous small celestial bodies that move around the sun | ||
Synonyms | minor planet | ||
Broader (hypernym) | celestial body, heavenly body | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | asteroid, KBO, Kuiper belt object | ||
Instance hyponym | Quaoar, Sedna | ||
Member meronym | solar system | ||