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Edwin Hubble

Definition: Edwin Hubble was an American astronomer known for his significant contributions in observational cosmology. He played a crucial role in establishing the field of extragalactic astronomy and was instrumental in formulating Hubble's law.

Noun

Sense: Astronomer

Sample Sentence: Edwin Hubble's groundbreaking discoveries revolutionized our understanding of the universe.

Noun

Sense: Telescope

Sample Sentence: The Edwin Hubble telescope, named in honor of the renowned astronomer, captures stunning images of distant galaxies.

Adjective

Sense: Popular

Sample Sentence: The lecture on Edwin Hubble's findings drew a large and captivated audience.

Adjective

Sense: Local

Sample Sentence: The local newspaper carried a front-page story about the town's observatory hosting an exhibition on Edwin Hubble.

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