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Stellar is a related term of constellate.


As an adjective stellar

is (astronomy|notcomp) of, pertaining to, or characteristic of stars.

As a verb constellate is

to combine as a cluster.

stellar

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • (astronomy, notcomp) Of, pertaining to, or characteristic of stars.
  • Heavenly.
  • Exceptional; wonderful.
    • The actress gave a stellar performance.

    Derived terms

    * stellar nursery

    Anagrams

    * ----

    constellate

    English

    Verb

  • To combine as a cluster.
  • To fit, adorn (as if) with constellations.
  • To (form a) cluster.
  • * 2013 , (Hilary Mantel), ‘Royal Bodies’, London Review of Books , 35.IV:
    • It’s no surprise that so much fiction constellates around the subject of Henry and his wives.
  • To shine with united radiance, or one general light.
  • * Boyle
    • The several things which engage our affections shine forth and constellate in God.

    Related terms

    * constellation * constellatory * stellar * stellate * stelliform * stellify