constellation

n//ˌkɑn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən//

stjärnbild, konstellation, överdåd

  1. (astronomy) An arbitrary formation of stars perceived as a figure (especially one from mythology) or pattern, or a division of the sky including it, especially one officially recognized by astronomers; an asterism.

  2. (modern, _, astronomy) Any of the 88 regions of the sky officially recognized by the International Astronomical Union, including all stars and celestial bodies in the region. [from 1920s]

  3. (figurative) A configuration or grouping of related things.

  4. A wide, seemingly unlimited, assortment.

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