galactic

[ guh-lak-tik ]

/ gəˈlæk tɪk /

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adjective

Astronomy.

of or relating to a galaxy.
of or relating to the Milky Way.

immense; huge; vast: a problem of galactic proportions.

Physiology. pertaining to or stimulating the secretion of milk.

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Origin of galactic

First recorded in 1830–40, galactic is from the Greek word galaktikós milky. See galact-, -ic

OTHER WORDS FROM galactic

non·ga·lac·tic, adjective

Words nearby galactic

gala, galabia, galact-, galactagogue, galactan, galactic, galactic cluster, galactic coordinate, galactic coordinate system, galactic equator, galactic halo

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How to use galactic in a sentence

Certain galactic environments could rev up cosmic ray particles to more than a PeV, scientists suspect.
The Milky Way’s newfound high-energy glow hints at the secrets of cosmic rays|Emily Conover|February 2, 2021|Science News
The key is to work as a team to command the crew and get the most out of your galactic adventure.
The best VR games: Enjoy a lifelike gaming experience at home|Carsen Joenk|January 19, 2021|Popular-Science
So, while the Parkes telescope was nominally pointing at Proxima Centauri, literally hundreds of thousands of other galactic stars were also present in the field of view.
SETI: New Signal Excites Alien Hunters—Here’s How We Could Find Out if It’s Real|Michael Garrett|January 7, 2021|Singularity Hub
For decades, most astronomers believed that the North Polar Spur was part of the local galactic neighborhood.
Galaxy-Size Bubbles Discovered Towering Over the Milky Way|Charlie Wood|January 6, 2021|Quanta Magazine

It roughly traced the locations of some 300 instances of splattered star guts known to astronomers, clustering in the galactic disk and especially near the center of the Milky Way.
Stars are dying all across the galaxy—why don’t we see them?|Charlie Wood|December 16, 2020|Popular-Science
Scroguard, Galactic Cap, and More: Will Anyone Wear Normal Condoms In the Future?
7 Must-Read Stories About Vladimir Putin, America’s Biggest Prescription Drug and a Night With a Libertarian Porn Star|The Daily Beast|November 15, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Are we going to see you on a Virgin Galactic or SpaceX flight in the future?
Christopher Nolan Uncut: On ‘Interstellar,’ Ben Affleck’s Batman, and the Future of Mankind|Marlow Stern|November 10, 2014|DAILY BEAST
This was due to be handed over to Galactic early in 2016 after Scaled Composites pilots completed test flights.
Can Anyone Make Space Safe for Civilians?|Clive Irving|November 4, 2014|DAILY BEAST
It has now been revealed that Princess Beatrice will not be among those who will ultimately voyage with Virgin Galactic.
Princess Beatrice Gives Up Her Virgin Galactic Dream|Tom Sykes|November 3, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Her long-term boyfriend Dave Clark is head of ‘astronaut relations’ for Virgin Galactic.
Princess Beatrice Gives Up Her Virgin Galactic Dream|Tom Sykes|November 3, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Now, however, you are nearly at the stage where you will be invited to join the Galactic Federation.
Pagan Passions|Gordon Randall Garrett
"Maybe Galactic got their signals crossed," Fannia said, as the natives spread out in an escort.
Warrior Race|Robert Sheckley
He had to tell his story again and again to the hastily summoned representatives of the Galactic Federation.
The Colors of Space|Marion Zimmer Bradley
There was so much to do, and only a trifle under twenty-five Galactic Standard hours in a day to do it.
Space Viking|Henry Beam Piper
In an eye-wink of galactic time all the violence is locked up in nice, stable compounds.
Deathworld|Harry Harrison

British Dictionary definitions for galactic

galactic

/ (ɡəˈlæktɪk) /

adjective

astronomy of or relating to a galaxy, esp the Galaxythe galactic plane

med of or relating to milk

Word Origin for galactic

C19: from Greek galaktikos; see galaxy

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