nova
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Definitions
n.
A star that suddenly increases greatly in brightness, then slowly fades back.
新星
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedExample Sentences
- 1.
Astronomers discovered a nova that suddenly brightened in the night sky.
- 2.
The nova's explosion released tremendous energy across the solar system.
- 3.
Ancient observers noted the appearance of a nova as an unusual celestial event.