"planet-struck" meaning in English

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Adjective

IPA: /ˈplanɪtstɹʌk/ [UK] Forms: more planet-struck [comparative], most planet-struck [superlative]
Head templates: {{en-adj}} planet-struck (comparative more planet-struck, superlative most planet-struck)
  1. (archaic) Afflicted by the astrological influence of a planet; struck down with amazement or shock; panic-stricken. Tags: archaic Synonyms: planet-stricken
    Sense id: en-planet-struck-en-adj-hEecf12J Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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