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    Constellations (en. Constellations)

    /kɔ̃s.tel.a.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A set of stars that forms a figure on a celestial sphere.
    The constellations were imagined by the ancients.
    Les constellations ont été imaginées par les anciens.
    Divisions used to chart the sky.
    The astronomer studied the constellations to locate celestial objects.
    L'astronome a étudié les constellations pour repérer des objets célestes.
    Designation of certain groups of stars.
    The constellation of Ursa Major is well known.
    La constellation de la Grande Ourse est bien connue.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'constellationem', derived from 'constellare' meaning 'to join stars'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To the constellation
    In a state of great concentration or enthusiasm.
    À la constellation
    Constellation of events
    A group of events or circumstances that occur simultaneously.
    Constellation d'événements

    Related Words

    star
    Celestial body, something that shines in the sky.
    astre
    galaxy
    A vast collection of stars, gas, and dust, bound by gravity.
    galaxie
    observatory
    A building containing instruments to observe celestial objects.
    observatoire

    Slang Meanings

    Referring to groups of friends that form a 'shine' together.
    This group is like a constellation, all shining together.
    Ce groupe est comme une constellation, tous brillent ensemble.
    State of collective happiness.
    When we are all gathered, it's a true constellation of joy.
    Quand nous sommes tous réunis, c'est une vraie constellation de joie.