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nebula

NEB-yoo-luh

ˈnɛbjʊlə

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nebula

Dictionary meaning

A cloud of gas and dust in space, often appearing as a bright or dark patch.

History and origin

Latin — 'mist, cloud'.

Examples

  • The Pillars of Creation are a famous nebula in the Eagle Nebula.

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