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Himmelkörper
/ˈhɪml̩ˌkœʁpɐ/
celestial body
Die Sonne ist der wichtigste Himmelkörper für das Leben auf der Erde.
The Sun is the most important celestial body for life on Earth.
technical
A natural object in space, such as a star, planet, moon, or comet, that is part of the universe.
Astronomen studieren verschiedene Himmelkörper, um das Universum besser zu verstehen.
Astronomers study various celestial bodies to better understand the universe.
Includes stars, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and other natural objects in space.
Collocations
Himmelkörper beobachtenobserve celestial bodiesHimmelkörper erforschenstudy celestial bodies
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Scientific Context
This term is primarily used in scientific and astronomical contexts.
Word Origin
From 'Himmel' (sky/heaven) + 'Körper' (body). Literally 'sky body'.
Usage Notes
Used in astronomy to refer to any natural object in space.
Word Breakdown
Himmel
sky, heaven
rootKörper
body
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