constellation; astrological sign
Meanings
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constellation (astronomical); a defined area of the night sky
neutralRefers to the 88 officially recognized areas of the celestial sphere, each containing a pattern of stars. Used in scientific and general contexts.
Astronomers have divided the night sky into eighty-eight constellations.
Orion is one of the most easily recognizable constellations in the winter night sky.
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This constellation contains several very bright stars.
Ursa Major and Ursa Minor are famous constellations in the northern hemisphere.
noun
astrological sign; zodiac sign
neutralRefers to one of the 12 signs of the zodiac (e.g., Aries, Taurus) used in Western astrology, or similar concepts in other systems. This meaning is distinct from the astronomical definition and is used in popular culture.
What's your astrological sign? I'm a Gemini.
Many people like to read their horoscopes.
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Astrological personality analysis is very popular among young people.