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globular

/ˈɡlɑb.jə.lɚ/

Meanings
  • A globular shape or structure.

    - "The stars in the night sky appeared as globular clusters."
    - "The grapes in the vineyard were forming into round and globular shapes."

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globular , globular cluster , globular clusters
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Etymology
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The term 'globular' is derived from the Latin word 'globus', which means 'globe' or 'round ball'.


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  1. Globular cluster: A globular cluster is a type of celestial object that consists of a large number of stars bound together by their mutual gravitational attraction. Globular clusters are characterized by their spherical or globular shape, which distinguishes them from other types of celestial objects such as open clusters, galaxies, and nebulae.

  2. Globular galaxy: A globular galaxy is a type of elliptical galaxy that has a central bulge composed of stars arranged in a globular shape. Globular galaxies are characterized by their spherical or globular shape, which distinguishes them from other types of galaxies such as spiral galaxies and irregular galaxies.


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In various cultures, the term 'globular' is used to describe different objects or phenomena. For instance, in Hindu mythology, there is a celestial body known as 'Rahu', which is depicted as a globular or round shape. Similarly, in the field of astronomy, there are several types of celestial bodies that are described as globular. These include globular clusters, which are groups of stars bound together by their mutual gravitational attraction, and globular galaxies, which are elliptical galaxies that have a central bulge that is composed of stars arranged in a globular shape.

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