Ap star

[ ey-pee ]

noun

, Astronomy.

1. a peculiar A star whose emission spectrum is characterized by abnormally strong lines of certain ionized metals.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Ap star¹

First recorded in 1970–75; A (star) ( def ) + p (abbreviation for peculiar star ; peculiar, def 6 )

Example Sentences

AP: “Star Trek” depicted advanced human behavior that we’ve yet to achieve.

From Seattle Times

Photograph: Film Frame/AP Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens can only disappoint, and here’s why: George Lucas, with his little beard-that-ends-at-his-neck, has taken a back seat, handing over to JJ Abrams, with his I-enjoy-podcasts designer glasses and his competent directorial CV.

From The Guardian

Photograph: Claudette Barius/AP , star and producer of Magic Mike, the stripper currently getting bums on seats on both sides of the Atlantic, has confirmed that a sequel to the film is in the works.

From The Guardian

Photograph: AP Star Trek fans remember him as the USS Enterprise's chief engineer, a no-nonsense Scot whose role at the controls of the ship's transporter system spawned one of sci-fi's most legendary catchphrases.

From The Guardian