Definition

A type of meteorite that is mostly made of stone and often contains silicate minerals.

Example

The aerolite fell to Earth, creating a small crater in the ground.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new exhibit at the museum about meteorites?

Yeah, I read they have an actual aerolite on display.

That's so cool! I’ve never seen a real meteorite before.

Me neither! We should definitely go check it out together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Aerolite** → It is formed from "aero-" (from Greek "aēr", meaning air) and "-lite" (from Greek "lithos", meaning stone). The word "aerolite" refers to a stone that originates from the air, specifically a meteorite that has fallen to Earth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'air' ('aero-') and 'stone' ('-lite') to remember that an aerolite is a stone that comes from the air, like a meteorite.

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