massive astrophysical compact halo object en · NOUN
Etymology
A back-formation from MACHO, which is used as an acronym for massive compact halo object. Words used to fill in the apparently missing "A" word include astrophysical and astronomical.
Meanings
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(alt-of, alternative) Alternative form of massive compact halo object.
alt of massive compact halo object
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| massive astrophysical compact halo objects | Number=Plur | lexicographic |