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This word means wanderer
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planet
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In ancient astronomy, planets were called 'wandering stars' because they moved against the fixed stars. The word 'planet' comes from Greek 'planētēs' meaning 'wanderer.' Asteroids, nebulae, and meteorites are celestial objects but not traditionally called 'wanderers.'