noun

asterisms

ast·eri·sms 3 syllables

(constellation) An unofficial constellation (small group of stars that forms a visible pattern).

Word facts

Part of speech noun
Syllables 3
Letters 9
Starts with A

Definition of Asterisms

(constellation) An unofficial constellation (small group of stars that forms a visible pattern).

Example sentences

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    The Big Dipper, Summer Triangle, and Orion's Belt are asterisms.

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How many syllables does asterisms have?

Asterisms has 3 syllables: ast·eri·sms. The word is broken into 3 spoken beats.

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