nebula
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Noun — A vast cloud of gas and dust in space, often glowing or reflecting light from nearby stars.
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Etymology
From Latin nebula, meaning "little cloud" or "mist."
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What does “nebula” mean?
The word “nebula” means a vast cloud of gas and dust in space, often glowing or reflecting light from nearby stars. In plain terms, a cloud-like formation of gas and dust in space, often where stars are forming.
How do you pronounce “nebula”?
“Nebula” is pronounced NEHB-yuu-luh (/ˈnɛbjʊlə/ in IPA).
How do you use “nebula” in a sentence?
Here is “nebula” used in a sentence: “The telescope captured stunning colors in the Orion Nebula.”
What part of speech is “nebula”?
“Nebula” is a noun.
Where does the word “nebula” come from?
The word “nebula” comes from Latin. From Latin nebula, meaning "little cloud" or "mist.".
Is “nebula” a common word?
“Nebula” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “nebula” have?
“Nebula” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a vast cloud of gas and dust in space, often glowing or reflecting light from nearby stars.