Dumbbell nebula

noun

, Astronomy.

1. the planetary nebula in the constellation Vulpecula, which in photographs appears to have the shape of a dumbbell.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Dumbbell nebula¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

Zooming in on the Dumbbell Nebula to view its apple-core outline, complete with a red skin, also drew some gasps.

From Washington Times