constellation
|con-stell-a-tion|
/ˌkɒn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən/
star pattern
Etymology
'constellation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'constellatio,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'stella' meant 'star.'
'constellatio' transformed into the Old French word 'constellation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'constellation' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'a set of stars,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a group of stars forming a pattern.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
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 visible in the night sky during winter.
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Noun 2
a group or cluster of related things.
A constellation of ideas emerged during the brainstorming session.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40