supernovas

[US]/ˌsuːpəˈnəʊvə/
[UK]/ˌsuːpərˈnoʊvə/
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Translation

n.a star that suddenly increases greatly in brightness because of a catastrophic explosion that ejects most of its mass

Phrases & Collocations

exploding supernovas

massive supernovas

supernovas remnant

nearby supernovas

observing supernovas

supernovas explosion

famous supernovas

ancient supernovas

supernovas light

detecting supernovas

Example Sentences

supernovas are among the most powerful explosions in the universe.

scientists study supernovas to understand the life cycle of stars.

when a star goes supernova, it can outshine entire galaxies.

supernovas can create elements heavier than iron through nucleosynthesis.

the remnants of supernovas can form neutron stars or black holes.

observing supernovas helps astronomers measure the expansion of the universe.

some supernovas can be seen with the naked eye from earth.

the study of supernovas has led to discoveries about dark energy.

supernovas release vast amounts of energy and light into space.

some cultures have myths related to the appearance of supernovas.

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