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Noun celestial pole has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebCelestial PoleA celestial pole refers to either of the two points in the sky around which the celestial sphere appears to rotate. These points are situated directly above the Earth's geographic poles. ExamplesNounSense 1: The North Celestial Pole is currently aligned with Polaris, making it easier for navigators to locate it. Example Sentence: The astrophotographer captured a stunning image of the Milky Way circling around the Celestial Pole. Sense 2: It is fascinating to see how the South Celestial Pole coordinates with various constellations throughout the year. Example Sentence: During his expedition in Antarctica, the scientist observed the Southern Cross constellation near the Celestial Pole. AdjectiveSense 1: The celestial pole coordinates are used by astronomers and navigators to determine their precise location on Earth. Example Sentence: The experienced sailor used celestial pole measurements to plot the ship's course accurately. Related Products | ||||
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