word
quasar
KWAY-zar
ˈkweɪzɑːrListen
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quasar
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Dictionary meaning
An extremely luminous active galactic nucleus powered by a supermassive black hole.
Examples
- Some quasars emit more energy than a trillion suns.
Common mispronunciations
KWAH-zarKWAS-ar
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