Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
geminids
noun
/ˈdʒɛmɪnɪdz/
Definition
A meteor shower that occurs annually, peaking around mid-December, originating from the constellation Gemini.
Examples
- The Geminids are known for producing bright, multicolored meteors.
- Many astronomy enthusiasts gather to watch the Geminids shower each December.
- This year, the Geminids meteor shower coincides with a new moon, making the meteors even more visible.
Meaning
The term ‘geminids’ refers to the meteors that are visible when Earth passes through the debris left behind by the asteroid 3200 Phaethon.
Synonyms
- meteor shower
- celestial display
- sky phenomenon
