Meaning of the word planetoid in English

What does planetoid mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

planetoid

US /ˈplæn.ɪ.tɔɪd/
UK /ˈplæn.ɪ.tɔɪd/

Noun

a celestial body that is too small to be considered a planet but too large to be classified as a meteoroid; an asteroid

Example:
The asteroid belt contains numerous planetoids.
Scientists are studying a newly discovered planetoid.