word
eclipsing binary
ih-KLIP-sing BY-nah-ree
ɪˈklɪpsɪŋ ˈbaɪnəriːListen
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Syllable breakdown
eclipsingbinary
Dictionary meaning
A binary star system in which the orbital plane is aligned with the observer's line of sight, causing one star to pass in front of the other, producing regular dips in brightness.
Common mispronunciations
ee-KLIP-singih-KLIP-sing BY-ner-ee
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