solar system
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The sun together with the planets, moons, and other objects that orbit it.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "There are eight planets in our _____."
Answer: solar system
In your own words, what does "solar system" mean?
The sun together with the planets, moons, and other objects that orbit it.
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