Gloas

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Authors: IAU-WGSN Etymology Group, Susanne M Hoffmann

Gloas is a modern star name adopted by the International Astronomical Union in the IAU-Catalog of Star Names (IAU-CSN). Its origin is Manx Gaelic. It is the name of WASP-13 in constellation Lyn.

Etymology and History

In Manx Gaelic, Gloas means to shine (like a star).

Mythology

IAU Working Group on Star Names

The name was adopted by the IAU WGSN on 2019/12/17.

Weblinks

Website of the IAU WGSN: https://exopla.net/

Reference

References (general)
2019 IAU100 NameExoWorlds

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