Galaxy - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
- tufted evergreen perennial herb having spikes of tiny white flowers and glossy green round to heart-shaped leaves that become coppery to maroon or purplish in fall (syn: coltsfoot)
- (astronomy) a collection of star systems; any of the billions of systems each having many stars and nebulae and dust
Extra examples
The event was attended by a galaxy of artists.
...they're a galaxy apart when it comes to politics...
'extragalactic nebula' is a former name for 'galaxy'
It's the largest galaxy known to exist.
...the light from a galaxy of flashing signs irradiates the heart and soul of Las Vegas...
She has light skin, splashed with a galaxy of freckles.
The Hubble Telescope has allowed astronomers to make significant discoveries about our galaxy.
It's not entirely implausible that a galaxy could be identical to our own.
...we're pretty stoked about the upcoming benefit concert featuring a galaxy of rock stars...
Word forms
singular: galaxy
plural: galaxies
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