dwarf star

English

noun
Definitions
  • (star) A star that is located in the main sequence in the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram; fuses hydrogen into helium in its core.

Etymology

Affix from English dwarf + English star (celestial body).

Origin

English

star

Gloss

celestial body

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