ganymede
/ˈɡænɪmiːd/
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Simple Meaning
the largest moon of the planet Jupiter.
When to Use
📚Academic Writing⚙️Technical
Proficient — near-native mastery
Examples in Conversation
“Ganymede is even bigger than the planet Mercury.”
“NASA sent a spacecraft to study Ganymede.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
The largest moon of Jupiter and in the solar system, with a magnetic field and a possible subsurface ocean.
“Ganymede is larger than the planet Mercury and is a prime target for future space exploration.”