galaxy
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6.5
- noun
- /ˈɡæləksi/
:
constelación
- And what a galaxy of stars we've got on show here today.
I mean look, this is the Galaxy of my words right here.
- I mean look, this is the Galaxy of my words right here.
Examples
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Perhaps exceptional means something else in this galaxy.
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People like to pretend otherwise, but it's women that make the galaxy go round.
Fiction book (2000) -
And I'd rather have him as a partner than anyone else in the galaxy.
Fiction book (1992) -
If we are successful, they will enter a galaxy of lively thinking, dreams, and visions.
Academic text (2010) -
People from more sophisticated parts of the galaxy often describe Nintu as having "Victorian" mores.
Fiction book (2002) -
Fortunately, this autumn provides a galaxy of celestial delights guaranteed to ward off the chill.
Academic text (2004) -
A galaxy of press, well-wishers and ambassadors alike has gathered here in Paris in anticipation of the historic moment when Amelia Earhart will touch down where Lindbergh did years ago.
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This event attracted a galaxy of talented musicians and artists eager to showcase their work.
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At the conference, a galaxy of experts gathered to discuss the latest developments in technology.
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The charity gala featured a galaxy of notable figures from the film and music industries.
Compounds
- Specialized
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5.9
A large group of stars with a bright center and curved arms that wind outward
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3.5
A large group of stars that contains the solar system and looks like a faint milky band in the sky
How Distinguished
Surface Forms
Etymology
Galaxy was later used for people too: a 'galaxy' of famous people compares them to bright stars. So calling a group a galaxy means they are important or shining like stars.