Thorne–Zytkow object

A form of Thorne-Zytkow object — A star that contains a core made from another star. It is formed when a neutron star collides with a star, typically a red giant or supergiant, and the neutron star is swallowed by the red giant star.

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Meanings

nounThorne–Zytkow object (plural Thorne–Zytkow objects)

plural Thorne–Zytkow objects

  1. alternativeAlternative form of Thorne-Zytkow object.
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