English Explanatory Dictionary

Magellanic Cloud

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A galaxy that is a member of the Magellanic Clouds. Either of two irregular galaxies that are close companions of our Milky Way galaxy.

Word forms

Magellanic Cloud Magellanic Clouds

Etymology

Named after Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan.

Derived words

Large Magellanic Cloud Mini Magellanic Cloud Small Magellanic Cloud
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