hoyo negro

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Spanish

Noun

hoyo negro m (plural hoyos negros)

  1. black hole (celestial body)
    Synonym: agujero negro

Usage notes

  • In countries like Spain or Argentina, where the words "hoyo" (concavity) and "agujero" (opening) is differentiated, "agujero negro" is used. In other countries like Mexico and Chile where "hoyo" and "agujero" are synonyms, both can be used.

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