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noun
A type of galaxy with a green tinge, thought to be caused by an ionization wave from a nearby quasar whose beam blasted through the galaxy, causing the glow.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: astronomy, natural-sciences
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Synonyms: green bean, GB, GBG, GB galaxy
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: galaxy
History
Blend of bean + green pea galaxy. From being similar in appearance to green pea galaxies but larger, as with beans and peas.
