Meaning & use
constellation
A group of stars that forms a recognizable pattern and is traditionally named after a figure or object.
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On a clear night, you can easily spot the constellation known as the Big Dipper.
Ancient sailors used constellations to navigate safely across the open ocean at night.
A note on using this word
A constellation is a pattern as seen from Earth, not necessarily a group of stars that are physically close together in space.
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