elliptical galaxy
noun
Definition of elliptical galaxy
: a galaxy that has a generally elliptical shape and that has no apparent internal structure or spiral arms —called also elliptical — compare spiral galaxy
From the M-W Editors
1948
First Known Use of elliptical galaxy
1948
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