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North Celestial Pole

Definition:
The "north celestial pole" is a point in the sky directly above the Earth's North Pole. It is the place in the sky where the Earth's axis of rotation extends out into space. This point is very close to a bright star called Polaris, also known as the North Star.

Advanced Usage:

In advanced discussions, you might talk about its importance in celestial navigation, how it relates to the Earth's rotation, or how it affects the night sky's appearance.

Word Variants:

• Celestial Pole: This term can refer to either the north or south celestial pole.
• Polaris: The North Star, which is located near the north celestial pole.

Different Meanings:

• While "north celestial pole" has a specific meaning in astronomy, "north" and "celestial" can have different meanings in other contexts.
  • North: The direction on a compass that is opposite to south.
  • Celestial: Related to the sky or outer space; heavenly.

Synonyms:

• North Star (though this specifically refers to Polaris, which is close to the north celestial pole)
• Celestial North (used in some contexts)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "north celestial pole," but you might encounter phrases like "navigate by the stars," which relates to using the position of stars for navigation.

Summary:

The north celestial pole is an important concept in astronomy, helping us understand our position on Earth and how to navigate using the stars.

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Noun

1. the celestial pole above the northern hemisphere; near Polaris