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Noun big bang has 1 sense
  1. big bang - (cosmology) the cosmic explosion that is hypothesized to have marked the origin of the universe
    --1 is a kind of
    explosion, detonation, blowup

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Term: Big Bang

Definition: The Big Bang refers to the scientific theory that proposes the universe originated from a highly compressed and extremely hot state over 13 billion years ago, resulting in the rapid expansion and subsequent formation of galaxies, stars, and planets.

1. Noun (Physics):

Sense: The event or process believed to be responsible for the origin of the universe.

Example sentence: The Big Bang theory suggests that the entire universe was once contained in a singularity.

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2. Noun (Astronomy):

Sense: The cosmic event marking the beginning of the universe's expansion.

Example sentence: Scientists study the cosmic microwave background radiation as a remnant of the Big Bang.

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3. Noun (Informal):

Sense: A sudden loud noise or explosion.

Example sentence: The fireworks display ended with a big bang, leaving the audience in awe.

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4. Adjective (Informal):

Sense: Describes something impressive, significant, or impactful.

Example sentence: The author's debut novel made a big bang in the literary world.

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