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Mars
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1
The fourth planet from the sun, known for its reddish colour.
"Scientists have sent several rovers to explore the surface of Mars."
2
The Roman god of war.
"Ancient Roman soldiers prayed to Mars before battle."
How to Use Mars
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe red planet in our solar system, named after the Roman god of war.
Common pairings
a mission to Mars
the surface of Mars
the Roman god Mars
Word Forms
Marses plural, Marses plural
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Etymology
From Latin "Mars," the Roman war god, ultimately from the older Old Latin form "Mavors."