pluto
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Definition
Pluto is a dwarf planet in our solar system, once considered the ninth planet, and also the name of a popular Disney cartoon dog.
Usage & Nuances
'Pluto' most often refers to the celestial body, but can also refer to Mickey Mouse's dog. In astronomy, it's a 'dwarf planet' since 2006. Capitalize the name; don't use with 'the' unless talking about the dog: 'Pluto is far away' (planet), 'the Pluto cartoon' (dog).
Example Sentences
Pluto is smaller than Earth's Moon.
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Many children love Pluto from Disney cartoons.
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Scientists study Pluto with telescopes and space probes.
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Did you know Pluto isn’t officially a planet anymore?
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Pluto takes about 248 years to travel around the Sun.
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My little brother dressed up as Pluto for Halloween—everyone thought he was adorable.
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