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Sputnik Definition & Meaning

sputnik
noun
  1. a Russian artificial satellite; "Sputnik was the first man- made satellite to orbit the earth"

"Sputnik" in song lyrics

See how sputnik is used in real songs:

  • "Re-enter the atmosphere like they Sputnik"
    Beast 1333 — Flying Humanoid
  • "There is your sterling Sputnik"
    Busdriver — Kill Your Employer (Recreational Paranoia is the Sport of Now)
  • "sputnik 1"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does sputnik mean?
a Russian artificial satellite; "Sputnik was the first man- made satellite to orbit the earth"
What part of speech is sputnik?
Sputnik is a noun.

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