Woomera
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A town in South Australia near a military base and rocket test range
- proper noun
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Woomera
- During the event, the team reported their findings from Woomera, Australia.
Examples
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We tracked your launch from Woomera, Australia.
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Woomera to Central Control.
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The rocket was successfully launched from Woomera, a town in South Australia.
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Scientists conducted experiments at Woomera, which is known for its military testing range.
Surface Forms
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Etymology
Woomera comes from an Aboriginal word woomera that means 'throwing stick' or 'spear-thrower', a tool used to send spears farther. The town was named after this launching tool, so you can remember Woomera as a place for big launches like rockets.