Vesta

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛstə/

Vesta (noun)

  1. In Roman religion, a goddess connected with the safe keeping of the home fire and the well-being of the household.
  2. A large object in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, named after the Roman goddess.

Examples

  • People kept Vesta burning to protect their home.
  • The family watched Vesta closely every evening.