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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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the Orion Nebula a spiral nebula nebula cloud

Etymology

From Latin nebula, meaning "little cloud" or "mist."

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Frequently asked questions

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.

Related words

Bok globule Herbig-Haro object high velocity cloud intergalactic cloud interstellar cloud nebular nebulosity nebulous nova remnant plerion supernova remnant

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