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hypernova

/ˌhaɪpərˈnoʊvə/ noun · British & US
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What does hypernova mean?

noun

A supernova that is significantly more powerful than a normal supernova, often associated with the collapse of a massive star. It is a rare and extremely powerful astronomical event.

Example

"The hypernova was so bright that it was visible from millions of light-years away."

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