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constellations

/kənˈstɛlɪˌzeɪʃənz/ noun · British & US
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What does constellations mean?

noun

A group of stars that, when connected, form a pattern or shape on the celestial sphere, often named after a mythological figure or animal. Constellations are used to identify and locate stars and other celestial objects in the night sky.

Example

"The astronomer spent hours gazing at the constellations in the night sky, trying to identify the patterns and shapes that had been observed for centuries."

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