standard candle en · NOUN
Meanings
- Any astronomical object of known absolute magnitude. Its distance can then be calculated from its apparent magnitude.
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see standard, candle.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| standard candles | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (2)
pl świeca standardowa (Translations) · de Standardkerze (Translations)