constellation

Meaning

Noun

• An asterism, an arbitrary formation of stars perceived as a figure or pattern, or a division of the sky including it, especially one officially recognised by astronomers.
• An image associated with a group of stars.
• The configuration of planets at a given time (notably of birth), as used for determining a horoscope.
• A wide, seemingly unlimited assortment.
• A fleet of satellites of the same purpose .
• A configuration or grouping.
• A network of connections that exists between people who are in polyamorous relationships, for example between one person, their partner, and that person's partner.

Related

Similar words

• asterism

Origin

• From Middle English constellacioun, constillacioun, from Middle French constellation, from Latin cōnstēllātiō, from con- + stēllātus, from stēlla.