cassiopeia
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A W-shaped constellation in the northern hemisphere near Polaris: Cassiopeia is a prominent constellation of stars that forms a distinctive "W" or "M" shape, located close to the North Star.
- (Greek mythology) The wife of Cepheus and mother of Andromeda: In classical mythology, Cassiopeia was a queen whose vanity led to a chain of events involving her daughter.
Usage Examples
Proper noun (Astronomy):
- Cassiopeia is easily visible on clear autumn nights.
- We used Polaris to help locate the constellation Cassiopeia.
Proper noun (Mythology):
- In the myth, Cassiopeia boasted that her beauty surpassed that of the sea nymphs.
- Cassiopeia was placed among the stars as a punishment for her arrogance.
Advanced Usage
- "The Chair of Cassiopeia": A traditional name for the constellation's distinctive shape.
- Ancient astronomers often referred to the asterism as the Chair of Cassiopeia.
Variants and Related Words
- Cassiopeian (adjective): Pertaining to the constellation or the mythological figure.
- The Cassiopeian constellation is circumpolar in northern latitudes.
Synonyms
- The Seated Queen (mythological/astronomical epithet).
- The Lady in the Chair (descriptive name for the constellation's shape).
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "Like Cassiopeia in her chair": A literary phrase used to describe a seated posture of pride or regality.
- The queen sat upon her throne, like Cassiopeia in her chair, surveying the court.
Noun
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a W-shaped constellation in the northern hemisphere near Polaris
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(Greek mythology) the wife of Cepheus and mother of Andromeda
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