Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sputnik
Noun
/ˈspʌt.nɪk/
Definition
A series of Soviet artificial satellites, the first of which was launched on October 4, 1957, marking the beginning of the space age.
Examples
- The launch of Sputnik 1 shocked the world and sparked the space race.
- In 1965, the Soviet Union launched several more Sputnik satellites to study the Earth and its atmosphere.
- Sputnik’s success demonstrated the advancements in rocket technology and exploration capabilities.
Meaning
The term ‘sputnik’ is derived from the Russian word meaning ‘satellite’ or ‘traveling companion’.
Synonyms
- Satellite
- Orbiter
- Spacecraft
