Russian satellite
Definition
A man-made spacecraft launched into Earth's orbit by Russia (or the former Soviet Union), typically for purposes such as communication, navigation, reconnaissance, or scientific research.
Any of numerous artificial satellites developed under Russia's space program, including notable historical examples like Sputnik 1, the world's first satellite launched in 1957.
Examples
The Russian satellite glided silently overhead, reminding everyone that space is still a playground for Cold War nostalgia.
My app claimed it detected a Russian satellite passing by, but it was probably just the neighbor's drone photobombing the sky.
Experts track that elusive Russian satellite like it's the last slice of pizza at a cosmic party.
In the era of budget space races, even a Russian satellite might moonlight as a budget GPS for lost tourists.