SATELLITE

[noun] [C] - a natural object moving round a larger object in space, or an artificial object sent up into space to travel round the earthThe moon is the satellite of the Earth.The World Cup was transmitted around the world by satellite.Satellite communication is widely used nowadays.See picture: EnergyA country can use spy satellites to collect information about other countries, esp. its enemies.Weather satellites are used to collect information about the weather.A satellite dish is a round aerial for receiving television and radio signals broadcast from satellites.See picture: HouseA satellite state is a country controlled by or dependent on a more powerful country.See also client state at client.