UFOLOGY Glossary Series - B
A series to help people new to the topic understand the terms, concepts, and language used in the study of UFOs and alien phenomena.
The world of ufology is vast, mysterious, and often overwhelming for newcomers and seasoned researchers alike. With decades of reports, theories, terminology, and classifications, understanding the language of UFO research is essential for making sense of the phenomena.
This Ufology Glossary is designed to be a living, evolving reference guide for anyone interested in the study of unidentified flying objects, alien encounters, and the deeper mysteries of our universe. Whether you're exploring government disclosures, diving into abduction accounts, or just trying to decipher terms like “CE-5” or “anti-gravity propulsion,” this glossary is your companion through the strange and fascinating world of UFO phenomena.
Each entry is organized alphabetically and includes clear, concise definitions to help demystify the language used by researchers, experiencers, and theorists across the field.
We begin with the letter A, and from there, the glossary will continue to grow—entry by entry, mystery by mystery.
B.E.A. (Biological Extraterrestrial Artifact)
A term used in some military or scientific circles to describe a biological entity of non-human origin, often synonymous with alien lifeforms or bodies recovered from crashes.
Back Engineering (Reverse Engineering)
The process of taking apart and analyzing alien technology to understand its construction and attempt replication using human technology.
Barney and Betty Hill Abduction
A landmark case in alien abduction history, in which a married couple claimed to have been taken aboard a spacecraft in 1961. (Note: This is a proper case, not typically glossary-worthy unless referenced contextually.)
Base (Underground or Underwater Alien Base)
A location believed to house extraterrestrials, often hidden from public view. These are usually alleged to be underground, underwater, or located in remote regions such as mountains or deserts.
Beam of Light (UFO Context)
A focused light emitted from a UFO, often associated with paralysis, levitation, or abduction phenomena.
Betty and Barney Hill Star Map
A controversial drawing created under hypnosis by Betty Hill, showing a star system allegedly revealed to her by alien beings during abduction.
Binary Star System (Ufology Context)
A solar system with two suns, often referenced in theories about alien homeworlds (e.g., Zeta Reticuli in the Hill case).
Black Budget Projects
Highly classified government or military programs funded through untraceable budgets. Some conspiracy theories claim these projects involve alien technology or UFO research.
Black Eyed Children
Urban legend and paranormal phenomena involving children with entirely black eyes who appear at night and exhibit strange, unsettling behavior. Sometimes linked to alien or interdimensional entities.
Black Ops (Black Operations)
Secretive military or intelligence operations, often rumored to involve UFO retrieval, alien contact, or disinformation campaigns.
Blue Beam Project (Conspiracy Theory)
A theory claiming governments or elites plan to simulate an alien invasion or religious event using advanced holographic technology to manipulate the masses.
Blue Book (Project Blue Book)
The official U.S. Air Force investigation into UFO sightings, active from 1952 to 1969. It aimed to determine if UFOs posed a national security threat and to scientifically analyze sightings.
Breakaway Civilization
A hypothetical group of humans (often elite or government-affiliated) believed to have developed advanced technology—possibly from extraterrestrial sources—and separated from mainstream society.
Buzzing (UFO Buzzing Aircraft)
When a UFO flies dangerously close to a manned aircraft, often witnessed by military pilots or radar operators.
Biological Entity
A generic term for a lifeform of unknown or non-human origin, often used when referring to alien beings without presupposing their nature.
Bipedal Alien
An extraterrestrial entity that walks upright on two legs, similar to humans. Common in reported sightings and abduction accounts.
Bleep Sound (Abduction Reports)
A high-pitched sound or tone often reported by abductees prior to losing consciousness or experiencing missing time.
Brainwave Manipulation (Alien Encounters)
The alleged ability of extraterrestrial beings to influence or control human thought patterns through unknown means, sometimes telepathic or technological.
Binary Communication
Communication through a series of binary codes (1s and 0s), reported in some cases of alleged contact with non-human intelligence.
Bioluminescent UFO
A UFO that emits a soft, glowing light, often changing colors or pulsating rhythmically. These sightings are associated with high-strangeness cases.