Giant Star (Noun)
Meaning
A very bright star of large diameter and low density (relative to the Sun).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The giant star at the center of the constellation was a breathtaking sight on a clear night.
- Rigel is a famous giant star in the Orion constellation and is easily visible to the naked eye.
- These giant stars have relatively short lifetimes as they quickly exhaust their fuel sources.
- Betelgeuse is a red giant star in the Orion constellation, emitting a reddish glow.
- Because of their size, giant stars have a profound effect on the surrounding interstellar medium.