galaxy

[ˈɡæləksi]

galaxy Definition

• 1. a system of millions or billions of stars, together with gas and dust, held together by gravitational attraction
• 2. a large, impressive, or complex group or system

Using galaxy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "galaxy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The Milky Way is a galaxy that contains our solar system.

• Example

  The company has a galaxy of talented employees.

• Example

  The fashion show was a galaxy of stars.

galaxy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for galaxy

• system
• cluster
• constellation
• universe
• realm

Phrases with galaxy

• the Galaxy

  a brand of mobile devices and tablets developed by Samsung Electronics

  Example

  I just bought the latest Galaxy phone.

• the Guardians of the Galaxy

  a Marvel Comics superhero team that appears in comic books and films

  Example

  My favorite character from the Guardians of the Galaxy is Groot.

• the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

  a science fiction comedy series created by Douglas Adams

  Example

  Have you read the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?

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Summary: galaxy in Brief

A 'galaxy' [ˈɡæləksi] is a vast system of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity. It can also refer to an impressive or complex group or system, as in 'The company has a galaxy of talented employees.' The term extends into phrases like 'the Galaxy,' which refers to a brand of mobile devices, and 'the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy,' a science fiction comedy series.