Meaning of the word "solar system" in English

What does "solar system" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

solar system

US /ˈsoʊ.lər ˌsɪs.təm/
UK /ˈsəʊ.lə ˌsɪs.təm/
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Noun

the collection of eight planets and their moons in orbit around the sun, together with smaller bodies in the form of asteroids, meteoroids, and comets.

Example:
Our solar system is part of the Milky Way galaxy.
Scientists are constantly discovering new things about the solar system.