"superwind" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: superwinds [plural]
Etymology: super- + wind Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|super|wind}} super- + wind Head templates: {{en-noun}} superwind (plural superwinds)
  1. (astronomy) An outflow of highly energetic radiation and material from a starburst galaxy. Categories (topical): Astronomy Synonyms: super-wind
    Sense id: en-superwind-en-noun-eGKIhFb~ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms prefixed with super- Topics: astronomy, natural-sciences

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