meteorite
noun
me·te·or·ite
ˈmē-tē-ə-ˌrīt 
: a meteor that reaches the surface of the earth without being completely vaporized
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The study also explains why some primitive meteorites formed millions of years later than the first solid bodies in the solar system.
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Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Some have suggested the possibility of space debris or a small meteorite, a theory that, while fascinating, remains unconfirmed.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025
On his wrist, Liu wore the 40mm Day-Date with a meteorite dial in a white gold case by Rolex, a founding supporter of the Academy Museum and the gala’s sponsor.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2025
The source of a zombie outbreak can come from anywhere, including ancient curses and meteorites from space.
—PC Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
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Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Some have suggested the possibility of space debris or a small meteorite, a theory that, while fascinating, remains unconfirmed.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025
On his wrist, Liu wore the 40mm Day-Date with a meteorite dial in a white gold case by Rolex, a founding supporter of the Academy Museum and the gala’s sponsor.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2025
The source of a zombie outbreak can come from anywhere, including ancient curses and meteorites from space.
—PC Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
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“Meteorite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/meteorite. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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meteorite
noun
me·te·or·ite
ˈmēt-ē-ə-ˌrīt
: a meteor that reaches the surface of the earth
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