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US/ˌkɑːn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌkɒn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən/
a group of stars that forms a pattern in the night sky and has a name
In context
Orion is one of the easiest constellations to find in winter.
Ancient sailors used the constellations to find their way across the sea.
The guide taught the children to recognize a few constellations.
Words that go with constellation
noun + preposition
- the constellation of OrionThe constellation of Orion rises late in the evening.
- a constellation of starsThe map shows a constellation of stars near the north pole.
verb + noun
- spot a constellationCan you spot the constellation behind that tree?
- identify a constellationThe app helps you identify a constellation in seconds.
adjective + noun
- familiar constellationThe Big Dipper is a familiar constellation to many people.
- northern constellationCassiopeia is a northern constellation.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I saw many constellation last night.Correct: I saw many constellations last night.