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It is a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern that is traditionally named after its apparent form or identified with a mythological figure.

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Is a group of stars arranged to make a definite pattern?

That is called an asterism.(Note: The word "constellation" is also used, but actually, the current definition of "constellation" is unrelated to stars.)


What is the root word of constellation?

The root of the word constellation is Caelum.


How many syllables are in the word constellation?

The word constellation has four syllables. (Con-stel-lat-ion)


What is a star pattern called?

Are you looking for the word "constellation?"


What is an 8 letter word for constellation?

"Asterism" would be semi-right - an asterism is actually a picture (to us) within a constellation, like the Big Dipper, which is an asterism within Ursa Major. But I'll bet it's the definition the puzzle wants.


What song contains the word constellation in its lyrics?

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Explain the composition of the word constellation?

The word constellation has Latin roots. The Latin word for star is 'stella,' this led to the late Latin word 'constellatio' which was also a French word. The word constellation is a Middle English word.


What latin word does constellation come from?

the latin word comes from the category of astronemy


How many definitions does the word constellation have?

The word "constellation" primarily has two definitions. The first refers to a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern in the night sky, often named after mythological figures or animals. The second definition relates to a grouping or arrangement of related things, such as ideas or events, that come together in a particular context.


What is the name for a system of stars?

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What is the nickname of the constellation delphinus?

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A word that has the root stell in it?

One word with the root "stell" is "stellar," which means relating to stars.