Definition

Proper noun 1. A constellation: Fornax is the name of a faint constellation located in the southern celestial hemisphere. Its name is Latin for "furnace."

Usage

• As a subject: "Fornax is visible from latitudes south of +50°."
• With prepositions: "The galaxy NGC 1365 is located in Fornax." / "Several dwarf galaxies orbit within the Fornax Cluster."

Examples

• "The constellation Fornax was introduced by the French astronomer Nicolas Louis de Lacaille in the 18th century."
• "Astronomers study the Fornax Cluster to understand galaxy evolution."
• "You will need a telescope to see most of the stars in Fornax."

Advanced Usage

• In scientific contexts: "Fornax" is primarily used in astronomy. It often appears in the names of celestial objects within the constellation.
  • Example: "Fornax A is a prominent radio galaxy within the constellation."

Variants and Related Words

• Fornacis: The genitive form used in star names. For example, Alpha Fornacis is the brightest star in the constellation Fornax.
• The Fornax Cluster: A rich cluster of galaxies located within the boundaries of the Fornax constellation.

Synonyms

• The Furnace: The English translation of the Latin name.

Notes

• As a proper noun, "Fornax" is always capitalized.
• It has no phrasal verbs or idioms associated with it, as it is a specific scientific/celestial name.

Noun

1. a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Cetus and Phoenix