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meteor swarm

 

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Noun meteor swarm has 1 sense
  1. meteor swarm - a group of meteoroids with similar paths
    --1 is a kind of
    meteoroid, meteor

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Meteor Swarm

Description:

The term "meteor swarm" refers to a celestial phenomenon characterized by a large number of meteors appearing to radiate from a specific point in the sky. It typically occurs during a meteor shower when Earth's orbit intersects with the debris left behind by a comet or asteroid.

Senses:
  1. Noun: Celestial Event

    Astronomy. A celestial event where a significant number of meteors can be observed within a short period, seemingly emanating from a concentrated area in the sky.

    Example: During the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, stargazers were treated to an impressive meteor swarm illuminating the night sky.

  2. Noun: Spell in Dungeons & Dragons

    Gaming. A powerful spell in the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game that allows the caster to summon a swarm of meteors to rain down upon their enemies, causing massive damage.

    Example: The wizard cast Meteor Swarm, and fiery meteors descended from the heavens, obliterating the enemy forces.

  3. Verb: To Gather Vigorously

    Informal. To gather or assemble rapidly and energetically, as if in a swarm-like manner.

    Example: The fans meteor swarm into the stadium, filling it with excitement and anticipation for the upcoming match.

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