comet
The origin and history of comet.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek kometes, "long-haired," referring to the comet's tail, which was likened to flowing hair.
The origin and history of comet.
From Ancient Greek kometes, "long-haired," referring to the comet's tail, which was likened to flowing hair.
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