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White Dwarf

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

A white dwarf is a small, dense star that is the remnants of a star that has exhausted its nuclear fuel.

Example Sentence:

Scientists have discovered a white dwarf that is about the size of Earth and is composed mostly of carbon and oxygen.

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Sense 2:

In gaming, a white dwarf is a magazine that focuses on the hobby of miniature wargaming.

Example Sentence:

As a fan of tabletop gaming, I always look forward to reading the latest issue of White Dwarf for tips and strategies.

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Sense 3:

In astronomy, a white dwarf is a faint, compact star that has cooled down after exhausting its nuclear fuel.

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The Hubble Space Telescope captured stunning images of a white dwarf surrounded by a beautiful planetary nebula.

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