Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

celestial-body

noun
/səˈlɛs.tʃəl ˈbɒd.i/
Definition
A celestial body is a natural object located outside of the Earth’s atmosphere.
Examples
  • The Sun is the most important celestial body for life on Earth.
  • Astronomers study celestial bodies to learn more about the universe.
  • The Moon is a celestial body that influences the tides on Earth.
Meaning
Celestial bodies include all natural objects in space, such as stars, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and galaxies.
Synonyms
  • astronomical object
  • heavenly body
  • stellar object