Synonyms for asterism
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
An unofficial constellation (small group of stars that forms a visible pattern).
The Big Dipper, Summer Triangle, and Orion's Belt are asterisms.
Forms
- Plural
- asterisms
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| asterism | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.