alpha centauri

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Noun alpha centauri has 1 sense

Alpha Centauri, Rigil Kent, Rigil - brightest star in Centaurus; second nearest star to the sun
--₁ is a kind of binary star, binary, double star
--₁ is a member of Centaurus, Centaur, The Centaur

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Alpha Centauri

noun

The closest star system to our solar system, located about 4.37 light-years away in the constellation of Centaurus.

example sentences:

The Alpha Centauri system consists of three stars: Alpha Centauri A, Alpha Centauri B, and Proxima Centauri.
Scientists have been studying the possibility of exoplanets in the habitable zone of Alpha Centauri.
Alpha Centauri is a popular subject in science fiction literature.

adjective

Referring to or associated with the Alpha Centauri star system.

example sentences:

The Alpha Centauri mission aims to send a probe to explore the neighboring star system.
Many astronomers are excited about the recent discoveries related to Alpha Centauri.

local

Pertaining to a specific region or area within the Alpha Centauri system.

example sentences:

The local inhabitants of the Alpha Centauri planet have developed unique ways of communication.
Explorers are intrigued by the local flora and fauna found on one of the moons in Alpha Centauri.