astronomical transient

noun

A localized discrete transient optical spectrum event at astronomical distances.

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Meanings

nounastronomical transient (plural astronomical transients)

plural astronomical transients

  1. astronomyA localized discrete transient optical spectrum event at astronomical distances.

Origin

From astronomical + transient. From being a traditional astronomical source (optical astronomy, and star-like) of an ephemeral nature.

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astronomical transient. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/astronomical%20transient

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