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double star
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double star
n.
See binary star.
double star
n
(Astronomy & Space / Celestial Objects) two stars, appearing close together when viewed through a telescope; either physically associated (see binary star) or not associated (optical double star)
double star
See binary star.
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Noun1.double star - a system of two stars that revolve around each other under their mutual gravitation
binary, binary star
star - (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior


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