meteor
Definitions
A small body of matter from outer space that enters the earth's atmosphere, becoming incandescent as a result of friction and appearing as a streak of light.
Any atmospheric phenomenon, such as rain, snow, or lightning.
Examples
We watched a bright meteor streak across the night sky.
The museum displays a rare fragment of a meteor that landed in the desert.
Synonyms
shooting star falling star bolide fireball aerolite meteoroid