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globule

[ glob-yool ]

noun

  1. a small spherical body.


globule

/ ˈɡɒː /

noun

  1. a small globe, esp a drop of liquid
  2. astronomy a small dark nebula thought to be a site of star formation
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of globule1

From the Latin word globulus, dating back to 1655–65. See globe, -ule
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of globule1

C17: from Latin globulus, diminutive of globus globe
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Some regions of the nebula, known as Bok globules, can withstand the fierce bombardment from the ultraviolet radiation pervading this region.

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Later, the flocks of birds, blood-red globules and spiky strawberries.

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The fat globules can stick together — that's why you get a layer of cream on top of unprocessed milk.

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Some asphalt globules were found downriver, but they are not water soluble and are not expected to impact water quality, the statement said.

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Nebulae come in many shapes and sizes, from small dark globules to immense giant molecular clouds.

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