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(neb-u-lae) 3 syllables

Definition

plural noun. large clouds of gas and dust in space. they are often the birthplace of stars.

Example Sentence

When a gravitational collapse happens nebulae are formed.

More Example Sentences

Astronomers study nebulae to learn about stars.

Synonyms

clouds of gas; star-forming regions; cosmic dust

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