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Definitions

Proper Noun

1. 1
   A son of Gaia; one of the Gigantes. Greek
2. 2
   The innermost of Saturn's classical satellites, marked by a giant impact crater (Herschel) on its surface.

   "Evidence suggests, for example, that Saturn's moon Mimas may have an ocean."

Synonyms

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saturn i

Example

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"Saturn's moon Mimas is notable for its large crater that makes it resemble the Death Star from Star Wars."

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Μίμᾱς (Mímās).

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