Definition

A vehicle used in space exploration that is built to land on the surface of a celestial body, like the moon or a planet.

Example

The lander successfully touched down on the surface of Mars after a long journey.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new lander that just touched down on Mars?

Yeah, I saw the pictures online! It's amazing how far we've come in space travel.

I can't wait to see what kind of experiments the lander will conduct.

Same here! It'll be exciting to learn more about the planet's surface.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lander → The word originates from the Old English 'land' (meaning ground or territory) and the agent suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A lander is a person or device that lands on the ground or territory.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is a 'person of the land' — 'land' refers to ground, and '-er' indicates a person. This helps you remember that a lander is someone or something that lands.

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