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Sputnik

Verb / ˈspʌtnɪk / Another word for sputnik — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sputnik is a Russian word that means 'satellite'. It refers to the first artificial satellite launched into space by the Soviet Union in 1957.

Synonyms & similar words

satellite spacecraft orbiter moon planet asteroid comet UFO star galaxy nebula

Example sentences

  1. I saw Sputnik flying through the sky.
  2. Sputnik was the first man-made object in space.
  3. The launch of Sputnik marked the beginning of the Space Age.
  4. Sputnik orbited the Earth every 96 minutes.
  5. The scientists tracked the trajectory of Sputnik.

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