Definition of Parsec

1. Noun. A unit of astronomical length based on the distance from Earth at which stellar parallax is 1 second of arc; equivalent to 3.262 light years.

Exact synonyms: Secpar
Generic synonyms: Astronomy Unit

Definition of Parsec

1. Noun. (astronomy metrology) parallax second ¹

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Definition of Parsec

1. a unit of astronomical distance [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Parsec

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pars ventralis pontis
pars vertebralis faciei costalis pulmonis
pars vestibularis nervi vestibulocochlearis
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