nubeculae

/njuːbɛkjʊˈleɪ, njuːbɪˈkjuːleɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

plural of nubecula, a small cloud

“The astronomer studied the nubeculae in the distant galaxy.”

2. noun

plural of nubecula, a small or faint cloud or spot on the sun

“The solar astronomer observed the nubeculae on the surface of the sun.”

Synonyms

  • cirri
  • clouds

Antonyms

  • clarity
  • clearness