constellations

Meanings

• noun

  A group of stars that form a distinct pattern in the night sky.

  - "The Big Dipper is a well-known constellation."
  - "Can you name the three bright stars in Orion's Belt?"

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Synonyms

asterism

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Variants

List of all variants of constellations that leads to same result
constellation , constellations , constellatory

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word 'constellatio' meaning 'setting among the stars'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The constellation Ursa Major contains the North Star.

2. The constellation Leo is home to the bright star Regulus.

3. The constellation Cassiopeia is shaped like a W or M depending on its orientation in the sky.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Astronomy: The scientific study of celestial objects and phenomena.

2. Mythology: The study of myths, including the origin and meaning of myths, their spread, and their significance.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Constellations have been used for navigation, storytelling, and astronomical study since ancient times. They have appeared in various mythologies and folktales from different cultures around the world.

How to Memorize "constellations"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a line connecting the stars in the Big Dipper.
   - Visualize the three stars in Orion's Belt forming a straight line.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the Big Dipper with the handle of a ladle.
   - Think of Orion as a hunter with a belt of three stars.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'STARS' to remember the seven brightest constellations: Ursa Major, Taurus, Aquarius, Scorpius, Sagittarius, Cygnus, and Leo.
   - Remember the phrase 'The Plough, Orion, and the Hunter' to recall the constellations Ursa Major, Orion, and Leo.

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