Star vs. Constellation

Difference Between Star and Constellation
Starnoun
Any small luminous dot appearing in the cloudless portion of the night sky, especially with a fixed location relative to other such dots.
Constellationnoun
(astronomy) 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.
Starnoun
(star) A luminous celestial body, made up of plasma (particularly hydrogen and helium) and having a spherical shape. Depending on context the sun may or may not be included.
Constellationnoun
Any of the 88 regions of the sky officially recognized by the IAU, including all stars and celestial bodies in the region.
Starnoun
(geometry) A concave polygon with regular, pointy protrusions and indentations, generally with five or six points.
Constellationnoun
An image associated with a group of stars.
Starnoun
(acting) An actor in a leading role.
Many Hollywood stars attended the launch party.Constellationnoun
(astrology) The configuration of planets at a given time (notably of birth), as used for determining a horoscope.
Starnoun
An exceptionally talented or famous person, often in a specific field; a celebrity.
His teacher tells us he is a star pupil.Constellationnoun
(figuratively) A wide, seemingly unlimited assortment.
Starnoun
(printing) An asterisk (*).
Constellationnoun
(spaceflight) A fleet of satellites of the same purpose such as the set of GPS satellites, or Iridium satcom fleet.
Starnoun
A symbol used to rate hotels, films, etc. with a higher number of stars denoting better quality.
Constellationnoun
A configuration or grouping.
Starnoun
A simple dance, or part of a dance, where a group of four dancers each put their right or left hand in the middle and turn around in a circle. You call them right-hand stars or left-hand stars, depending on the hand which is in the middle.
Constellationnoun
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.
Starnoun
(astrology) A planet supposed to influence one's destiny.
What's in the stars for you today? Find out in our horoscope.Constellationnoun
an arrangement of parts or elements;
the outcome depends on the configuration of influences at the timeStarnoun
A star-shaped ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honour.
Constellationnoun
a configuration of stars as seen from the earth
Starnoun
A composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.
Starverb
(intransitive) To appear as a featured performer or headliner, especially in an entertainment program.
Starverb
(transitive) To feature a performer or a headliner, especially in a movie or an entertainment program.
Starverb
(transitive) To mark with a star or asterisk.
Starverb
(transitive) To set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle.
Starnoun
(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
Starnoun
someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
Starnoun
any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night
Starnoun
a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem
Starnoun
an actor who plays a principal role
Starnoun
a performer who receives prominent billing
Starnoun
a star-shaped character * used in printing
Starnoun
the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub
Starverb
feature as the star;
The movie stars Dustin Hoffman as an autistic manStarverb
be the star in a performance
Starverb
mark with an asterisk;
Linguists star unacceptable sentencesStaradjective
indicating the most important performer or role;
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