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Parsec
PAR-sek
/ˈpɑːrsɛk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Parsec
Dictionary meaning
A unit of distance equal to about 3.26 light-years, used in astronomy.
Examples
- The nearest star system, Alpha Centauri, is 1.34 parsecs away.
Pronunciation tips
Two syllables. Stress on first syllable. From 'parallax second'.
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