ASTERISM
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Asterism.
How to pronounce asterism:
UK
Asterism - as a noun
(mineralogy) a star-shaped figure with six rays that is seen in some crystal structures under reflected or transmitted light
(astronomy) a cluster of stars (or a small constellation)
Example Sentences
"I gazed at the asterism of stars that formed the Big Dipper."
"The constellation Orion is often recognized by the asterism of three stars in a row."
"The asterism of the Southern Cross can be seen from the southern hemisphere."
"The Pleiades is a beautiful and easily identifiable asterism in the night sky."
"The asterism known as the Summer Triangle is formed by the stars Vega, Deneb, and Altair."
Word Game Points
Is ASTERISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, asterism is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ASTERISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is ASTERISM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, asterism is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordASTERISM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is ASTERISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, asterism is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordASTERISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
