1. A hypothetical separate universe existing alongside our own, typically proposed in physics or science fiction, where different physical laws or events may occur
In the multiverse theory, countless parallel universes might exist with different versions of reality.
Na teoria do multiverso, inúmeros universos paralelos podem existir com versões diferentes da realidade.
2. In fiction or popular culture, an alternate reality or dimension with its own timeline and inhabitants
The superhero traveled to a parallel universe where his nemesis was actually his ally.
O super-herói viajou para um universo paralelo onde seu inimigo era na verdade seu aliado.