constellatory

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Definitions of constellatory word

noun constellatory Astronomy. any of various groups of stars to which definite names have been given, as Ursa Major, Ursa Minor, Boötes, Cancer, Orion. the section of the heavens occupied by such a group. 1
noun constellatory Astrology. the grouping or relative position of the stars as supposed to influence events, especially at a person's birth. Obsolete. character as presumed to be determined by the stars. 1
noun constellatory a group or configuration of ideas, feelings, characteristics, objects, etc., that are related in some way: a constellation of qualities that made her particularly suited to the job. 1
noun constellatory any brilliant, outstanding group or assemblage: a constellation of great scientists. 1

before 1275

One of the 13% oldest English words

1275-1325; Middle English constellacioun (< Anglo-French) < Late Latin constellātiōn- (stem of constellātiō). See constellate, -ion

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 83% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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