constellation

Definition of Constellation in English :

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Noun

1. configuration, constellation

an arrangement of parts or elements

Example Sentences:
'the outcome depends on the configuration of influences at the time'

configuration

2. constellation

a configuration of stars as seen from the earth

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Constellation

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noun

1.

a.

any of the 88 groups of stars as seen from the earth and the solar system, many of which were named by the ancient Greeks after animals, objects, or mythological persons

b.

an area on the celestial sphere containing such a group

2.

a gathering of brilliant or famous people or things

3. psychoanalysis

a group of ideas felt to be related

Constellation

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noun

1.

a.

a group of stars in the sky, usually named after some object, animal, or mythological being that it supposedly resembles or suggests

b.

the area of the sky assigned to such a group of stars: currently the sky is considered to have 88 constellations

2.

any cluster, gathering, or collection

3. Astrology

the grouping of celestial bodies at any particular time, esp. at a person's birth

4. Psychology

a group of related thoughts or feelings regarded as clustered about one central idea

Constellation

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n.

1. Astronomy

a. A grouping of stars on the celestial sphere perceived as a figure or design, especially one of the 88 recognized groups named after characters from classical Greek and Roman mythology as well as various common animals and objects.

b. An area of the celestial sphere occupied by one of the 88 recognized constellations.

2. The configuration of planets at the time of one's birth, regarded by astrologers as determining one's character or fate.

3. A gathering or assemblage, especially of prominent persons or things: The symposium was attended by a constellation of artists and writers.

4. A set or configuration, as of related items, properties, ideas, or individuals: a constellation of demands ranging from better food to improved health care; a constellation of feelings about the divorce.

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