spy satellite

/spaɪ ˌsædlˈaɪt/
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Other forms: spy satellites

Definitions of spy satellite
  1. noun
    a satellite with sensors to detect nuclear explosions
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    type of:
    artificial satellite, orbiter, satellite
    man-made equipment that orbits around the earth or the moon
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