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Pulsar

Description:

A pulsar is a highly-magnetized, rotating neutron star that emits beams of electromagnetic radiation out of its magnetic poles. Pulsars are typically formed from the remnants of massive stars that have undergone a supernova explosion.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - Noun:

A pulsar refers to a celestial object that emits regular pulses or beams of radiation, typically in the form of radio waves, X-rays, or gamma rays.

Example sentence: The scientists observed the behavior of the pulsar using a radio telescope.

Sense 2 - Adjective:

When used as an adjective, pulsar describes something that resembles or relates to the characteristics of a pulsar.

Example sentence: The pulsar-like flickering of the distant city lights captivated the stargazers.