Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dark-star
Noun
/dɑrk stɑr/
Definition
A star that is not visible due to its lack of brightness or because it is obscured by surrounding matter.
Examples
- The dark-star concept challenges traditional views of stellar brightness.
- Scientists theorize about dark-stars’ roles in the evolution of galaxies.
- While a dark-star cannot be seen directly, its effects can be observed through gravitational interactions.
Meaning
In astronomy, a dark star is a theoretical type of star that does not emit light but still has mass and gravitational influence.
Synonyms
- Invisible star
- Dark object
- Obscured star
