Andromeda

proper noun

Meaning

A large spiral galaxy located approximately 2.5 million light-years from Earth, visible to the naked eye under ideal conditions.

Examples

Astronomers have determined that the Andromeda galaxy is slowly moving toward the Milky Way.
The Andromeda constellation is named after a figure from Greek mythology.

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Andromeda

proper noun

Pronunciation: /ænˈdrɒmɪdə/

Definition

A large spiral galaxy located approximately 2.5 million light-years from Earth, visible to the naked eye under ideal conditions.

Examples

Astronomers have determined that the Andromeda galaxy is slowly moving toward the Milky Way.
The Andromeda constellation is named after a figure from Greek mythology.
Images of the Andromeda galaxy reveal billions of stars swirling in a massive disk.

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