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black hole
noun
: an invisible area in outer space with gravity so strong that light cannot get out of it
Full Definition of BLACK HOLE
1
: a celestial object that has a gravitational field so strong that light cannot escape it and that is believed to be created especially in the collapse of a very massive star
2
: something resembling a black hole: as a : something that consumes a resource continually <a financial black hole> b : an empty space : void
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First Known Use of BLACK HOLE
1964
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BLACK HOLE Defined for Kids
black hole
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Definition of BLACK HOLE for Kids
: a heavenly body with such strong gravity that light cannot escape it and that is thought to be caused by the collapse of a massive star
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