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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˌkɑnstəˈleɪʃən/ · UK /ˌkɒnstəˈleɪʃən/
constellation means: A group of stars that seems to form a recognisable picture or pattern in the sky.
noun
A group of stars that seems to form a recognisable picture or pattern in the sky.
- I can see that constellation.
- She pointed out three constellations in the night sky.
- Can you find the constellation shaped like a hunter?
One of 88 officially named areas of the sky, including everything seen within its boundaries.
- The galaxy lies in this constellation.
- Astronomers divide the sky into 88 constellations.
- A constellation includes faint objects as well as bright stars.
A large and varied collection of things or people.
- She faced a constellation of possibilities.
- The festival brought together a constellation of talented artists.
- A whole constellation of factors shaped the outcome.
Questions about constellation
What does constellation mean?
A group of stars that seems to form a recognisable picture or pattern in the sky.
What is constellation in other languages?
Türkçe: takımyıldız · Español: constelación · Français: constellation · Deutsch: Sternbild · Italiano: costellazione · 日本語: 星座
How do you pronounce constellation?
In American English /ˌkɑnstəˈleɪʃən/; in British English /ˌkɒnstəˈleɪʃən/.
How do you use constellation in a sentence?
I can see that constellation. She pointed out three constellations in the night sky.
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