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interstellar
Interstellar (adjective) means occurring or existing between the stars. Example: “The probe is now travelling through interstellar space.”
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Occurring or existing between the stars.
"It can take centuries for light to travel interstellar distances."
"The probe is now travelling through interstellar space."
How to use interstellar
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to the space or distances between stars.
Common pairings
interstellar space
interstellar travel
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Etymology
Formed from inter- ("between") and stellar, from Latin stella, "star."
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What does “interstellar” mean?
The word “interstellar” means occurring or existing between the stars. In plain terms, relating to the space or distances between stars.
How do you use “interstellar” in a sentence?
Here is “interstellar” used in a sentence: “The probe is now travelling through interstellar space.”
What is another word for “interstellar”?
Words with a similar meaning to “interstellar” include intersidereal.
What part of speech is “interstellar”?
“Interstellar” is an adjective.
Where does the word “interstellar” come from?
The word “interstellar” comes from Latin. Formed from inter- ("between") and stellar, from Latin stella, "star.".
Is “interstellar” a common word?
“Interstellar” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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