asteroidal

/æstəˈrɒdɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling an asteroid

“The team of astronomers studied the asteroidal object that had entered Earth’s atmosphere.”

2. noun

a celestial body that is of a type similar to an asteroid

“The asteroidal objects in the outer reaches of the solar system posed a threat to the planet’s stability.”

Synonyms

  • asteroid
  • minor planet

Antonyms

  • terrestrial