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skywalker (Noun)

A 'skywalker' is a fictional character, most notably Luke Skywalker, from the Star Wars saga. The term is often used metaphorically to refer to someone with a strong connection to or destiny within a particular lineage or cause.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of someone literally 'walking' on the 'sky' to reach the stars. S-K-Y + W-A-L-K-E-R.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'skywalker' instead of 'spacewalker' in a science report. → The astronaut performed a spacewalk.

Forgetting to capitalize the name. → Luke Skywalker is a Jedi.

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