Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
frb
noun
/ɛf-ɑr-bi/
Definition
FRB stands for Fast Radio Burst, a mysterious astrophysical phenomenon characterized by brief, intense bursts of radio waves from outer space.
Examples
- The first FRB was discovered in 2007, captivating astronomers worldwide.
- Researchers are still investigating the origins and causes of FRBs.
- Some theorists propose that FRBs could be signals from extraterrestrial civilizations.
Meaning
Fast Radio Bursts are high-energy astrophysical phenomena that last only milliseconds but can emit as much energy as the Sun does in a day.
Synonyms
- Radio transient
- Astrophysical burst
- Cosmic radio signal
