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单词 Abell
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Definition of Abell in English:

Abell

noun ˈeɪbl
Astronomy
  • 1With following numeral: any of certain galaxy clusters distinguished by their richness (i.e. the number and density of galaxies in their central regions) and listed by Abell in his catalogue.

  • 2Attributive and in the possessive. Designating rich galaxy clusters listed in Abell's catalogue; relating to such clusters. Frequently in "Abell cluster".

Origin

1950s; earliest use found in Astrophysical Journal. From the name of George Ogden Abell, U.S. astronomer, who compiled a catalogue of clusters of galaxies, published in 1958.

Definition of Abell in US English:

Abell

nounˈeɪbl
Astronomy
  • 1With following numeral: any of certain galaxy clusters distinguished by their richness (i.e. the number and density of galaxies in their central regions) and listed by Abell in his catalogue.

  • 2Attributive and in the possessive. Designating rich galaxy clusters listed in Abell's catalogue; relating to such clusters. Frequently in "Abell cluster".

Origin

1950s; earliest use found in Astrophysical Journal. From the name of George Ogden Abell, U.S. astronomer, who compiled a catalogue of clusters of galaxies, published in 1958.

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