nebula
/ˈnɛbjʊlə/
Meanings
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noun
A large cloud of gas and dust, often illuminated by the radiation from nearby stars.
- "The Orion Nebula is a famous example of a diffuse nebula."
- "The Crab Nebula is the remains of a supernova explosion."
- "The Pleiades Nebula is also known as the Seven Sisters."
Pronunciation
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/ˈnɛbjʊlə/
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Rhymes
Words rhyming with nebulamuseum , rubble , bubble
Variants
List of all variants of nebula that leads to same resultnebula , nebulae , nebular , nebulas , planetary nebula , planetary nebulas , spiral galaxies , spiral galaxy , spiral nebula
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Latin nebulosus meaning 'foggy, cloudy'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The largest known nebula is the Crab Nebula.
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The smallest known nebula is the Helix Nebula.
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The first nebula to be photographed was the Andromeda Nebula.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Galaxy: A nebula is a type of galaxy, specifically a diffuse one.
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Star: A nebula can give birth to new stars.
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Supernova: A supernova is a type of explosion that occurs in a star, which can create a nebula.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.The nebula has been a subject of fascination for astronomers and poets alike. It has been depicted in various works of art and literature, such as Edgar Allan Poe's poem 'The Raven' and the painting 'The Night Sky' by Vincent van Gogh.
How to Memorize "nebula"
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visualize
- Imagine a swirling, gaseous cloud in space.
- Think of a nebula as a cosmic fog.
- Visualize a glowing, illuminated cloud. -
associate
- Associate the word 'nebula' with 'space' and 'astronomy'.
- Think of the Orion Nebula when you hear the word 'nebula'.
- Connect the word 'nebula' with the idea of a large, glowing cloud. -
mnemonics
- Nebulas are Not Always New, But Always Amazing.
- Nebulas: Never Ending Beautiful Astronomical Landscapes.
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