noun Uncommon

Astro

Astro (noun) means informal name for a player on the Houston Astros baseball team. Example: “The Astros clinched the pennant, and every Astro on the roster celebrated on the field.”

noun

Informal name for a player on the Houston Astros baseball team.

"The Astros clinched the pennant, and every Astro on the roster celebrated on the field."

How to use Astro

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual nickname for a member of the Houston Astros, used mainly in sports writing and commentary.

When to use it

Informal sports usage only; not a general dictionary word outside that context.

Word forms

Astros plural

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Rhymes for Astro

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Astro” mean?

The word “Astro” means informal name for a player on the Houston Astros baseball team. In plain terms, a casual nickname for a member of the Houston Astros, used mainly in sports writing and commentary.

How do you use “Astro” in a sentence?

Here is “Astro” used in a sentence: “The Astros clinched the pennant, and every Astro on the roster celebrated on the field.”

What part of speech is “Astro”?

“Astro” is a noun.

Is “Astro” a common word?

“Astro” is an uncommon word in modern English.