dark star
The term "dark star" spans various domains, including astronomy, music, and technology, each with distinct meanings.
Definition
C2Astronomy
(technical, academic)A theoretical celestial object that emits little to no visible light, often associated with dark matter or gravitational phenomena.
Example
- Scientists are still exploring the properties of a dark star in the context of dark matter.
B2Music
(informal, cultural)A song by the Grateful Dead known for its improvisational style and deep, often elusive, meaning.
Example
- The Grateful Dead's 'Dark Star' is a classic that fans love for its extended jams.
C1Technology
(technical)An unmanned aerial vehicle developed by Lockheed Martin, also known as the RQ-3 DarkStar.
Example
- The RQ-3 DarkStar was designed for reconnaissance missions.
C2General
An invisible but luminous member of a star system, particularly one that causes primary eclipses.
Example
- Astronomers observed the effects of a dark star during the eclipse.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "dark star":
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