cosmic dust
US /ˈkɑz.mɪk dʌst/
UK /ˈkɑz.mɪk dʌst/

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dust that exists in outer space, composed of tiny particles of rock, metal, and ice
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The telescope captured images of distant galaxies shrouded in cosmic dust.
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Scientists study cosmic dust to understand the formation of stars and planets.