English Explanatory Dictionary

Eskimo Nebula

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A planetary nebula in Gemini, Milky Way Galaxy.

Word forms

Eskimo Nebula

Etymology

From looking like the fur-lined hood of an Inuit (“Eskimo”) animal skin parka, while being worn.

Synonyms

NGC 2392 Caldwell 39 C39 Clown Nebula Clownface Nebula Clown Face Nebula
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