English · Nature & Environment
galaxy
/ˈɡæl.ək.si/
[/ˈɡæl.ək.si/]
huge system of stars
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A very large group of stars and planets held together in space.
Example
Our solar system is just a tiny part of the enormous spiral galaxy we call home.
Our solar system is just a tiny part of the enormous spiral galaxy we call home.
Etymology
From Greek 'galaxias', the Milky Way, from 'gala', milk.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in astronomy and science fiction.