multiple star

/ˌˈmʌltəpəl ˌstɑr/
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Other forms: multiple stars

Definitions of multiple star
  1. noun
    a system of three or more stars associated by gravity
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    examples:
    Alpha Geminorum
    a multiple star with 6 components; second brightest in Gemini; close to Pollux
    types:
    Trapezium
    a multiple star in the constellation of Orion
    type of:
    star
    (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
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