mesoplanet

noun — 2 senses

mesoplanet

noun

Etymology From meso- + planet.

1

Astronomy, Natural sciences a planet that is between the size of Mercury and Ceres

2

Astronomy, Natural sciences A habitable planet, such as Earth, that has a surface temperature of 0–50°C, optimal for much terrestrial life.

Related terms
planemo
Coordinate terms
dwarf planet, psychroplanet, thermoplanet

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