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Term: Alpha Orionis

Description:

Alpha Orionis refers to the brightest star in the constellation Orion, and it is commonly known as Betelgeuse. This red supergiant star is one of the largest known stars in the universe.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: Alpha Orionis can be used to refer to the star Betelgeuse, which is located in the constellation Orion.

Sample Sentence:

Did you know that Alpha Orionis, or Betelgeuse, is classified as a red supergiant star?

Sense 2:

Adjective: Alpha Orionis can also be used as an adjective to describe something related to the star Betelgeuse or the constellation Orion.

Sample Sentence:

The Alpha Orionis Observatory is hosting a stargazing event to observe the beauty of the Orion constellation.

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