geminid

/ˈdʒɛmɪnɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a group of meteors that appear to radiate from a single point in the sky, caused by the Earth passing through a trail of comet or asteroid debris.

“The annual Geminid meteor shower is one of the most spectacular in the world, attracting millions of stargazers every year.”

Synonyms

  • meteor
  • shower

Antonyms

  • cloud
  • sun