Vocabulary Flashcards

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asterisk

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A symbol (*) used in printed text to indicate a note at the bottom of the page.

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asteroid

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A minor planet; one of many small bodies that circle around the sun, mostly between Mars and Jupiter.

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astronaut

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A person who travels into outer space in a spacecraft.

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astronomer

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A person who studies stars, planets, and other objects in outer space.

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astronomical

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Extremely large; also related to astronomy.

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dilemma

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A situation requiring a difficult choice.

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diverse

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Different from each other; made up of various kinds.

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bilingual

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Able to speak and understand two languages.

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trio

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A group of three singers or musicians performing together.

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trilogy

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A series of three novels or movies that are closely related.