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constellation
Definitions
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1
noun
A
group
of
stars
forming
a
recognizable
pattern
that
is
traditionally
named
after
its
apparent
form
or
identified
with
a
mythological
figure
.
The
constellation
Orion
is
easily
visible
in
the
night
sky
during
winter
.
Astronomers
study
constellations
to
understand
the
movement
of
stars
.
The
Big
Dipper
is
part
of
the
larger
constellation
Ursa
Major
.
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noun
A
group
or
configuration
of
related
things
.
The
conference
brought
together
a
constellation
of
experts
in
the
field
.
The
city
is
a
constellation
of
cultures
and
communities
.
The
new
policy
is
supported
by
a
constellation
of
factors
.
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Word Origin
Language
Latin
Original word
constellātiō
Word parts
con (together) + stella (star)
Originally meant
a set of stars
Background
The term 'constellation' comes from the Latin 'constellātiō', meaning a set of stars. Ancient cultures used constellations for navigation and storytelling, associating them with myths and legends.