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galaxy
The term evokes a sense of immense scale and shimmering brilliance. In an astronomical sense, it describes a cosmic structure so vast that it dwarfs human comprehension, creating a feeling of insignificance and wonder. When applied to people, the word suggests a concentration of high status or talent. It transforms a group of individuals into a celestial cluster, implying that each person possesses a star-like quality of fame or excellence.
Used for individual astronomical systems or specific groups of elite people.
Meanings
A massive system of stars, stellar remnants, interstellar gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.
"The Milky Way is a spiral galaxy."
A large, brilliant group of people or things, often celebrities or stars of a particular field.
"The film festival attracted a galaxy of Hollywood stars."