orphan star
English
editEtymology
editFrom orphan + star from the star being separated (orphaned) from its parent galaxy.
Pronunciation
edit- Rhymes: -ɑː(ɹ)
Noun
editorphan star (plural orphan stars)
- (astronomy) a star that is not part of any galaxy, but exists in intergalactic space instead
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editSee also
edit- rogue planet (analogous situation with planets without parent stars)
- interstellar planet (analogous situation with planets without parent stars)