starburst galaxy

starburst galaxy
A galaxy that is undergoing a high rate of star formation

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  • starburst — /ˈstabɜst/ (say stahberst) noun 1. Astronomy the explosion activity in which giant clouds of dust and gas collapse to form stars, which in turn explode to form more stars and ultimately a galaxy. 2. a conventional design feature drawn to resemble …  

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