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Galaxy

noun

/ˈɡæl.ək.si/

Meaning

a system of millions or billions of stars, together with gas and dust, held together by gravitational attraction

A massive system of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.

The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system and Earth.

The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system.

star system, constellation, nebula, universe, cosmos, cluster

Entry 1

star system, constellation, nebula, universe

Entry 2

universe, cosmos, star system, cluster, constellation

void, emptiness, space, vacuum, atom, particle

Entry 1

void, emptiness, space, vacuum

Entry 2

atom, particle

spiral galaxy, distant galaxy, galaxy cluster, elliptical galaxy

Entry 1

spiral galaxy, distant galaxy, galaxy cluster

Entry 2

spiral galaxy, elliptical galaxy, distant galaxy, galaxy cluster

a long upholstered seat for more than one person, typically with a back and arms

a collection of things or materials, typically unspecified or uncountable

the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state

behavior involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill; extreme force or intensity

an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired

The action or process of innovating; a new method, idea, or product.