Alpha Centauri
proper noun
Pronunciation: /ˌælfə sɛnˈtɔːraɪ/
Definition
The star system closest to our solar system, located approximately 4.37 light-years away.
Examples
Alpha Centauri is actually a triple star system consisting of three individual stars.
Scientists have long debated the possibility of habitable planets orbiting within the Alpha Centauri system.
Because it is relatively close to Earth, Alpha Centauri is a primary target for interstellar exploration research.
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