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ansa.

The most protruding part of planetary rings as seen from a distance, perceived to project like handles on either side of the disc of the planet.

4 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈæn.sə/
  1. The most protruding part of planetary rings as seen from a distance, perceived to project like handles on either side of the disc of the planet.

  2. A loop-shaped structure.

Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Latin ānsa (“a handle, haft”).

adj/ˈæn.sə/
  1. Being or relating to an ansa compound.

    not-comparable
    ansa-metallocene
    ansa-bisindenyl ligand
Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Latin ānsa (“a handle, haft”).

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