astronomical transient
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
astronomical + transient From being a traditional astronomical source (optical astronomy, and star-like) of an ephemeral nature
Noun[edit]
astronomical transient (plural astronomical transients)
- (astronomy) A localized discrete transient optical spectrum event at astronomical distances.
Derived terms[edit]
- AT (prefix for naming of events of such a nature)