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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

nova

/ˈnoʊvə/ noun · British & US
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What does nova mean?

noun

A star that suddenly becomes much brighter and then fades over a few weeks or months, often as a result of a massive explosion. A new star or a bright explosion of gas in space.

Example

"The astronomer spent years studying the nova in the distant galaxy."

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