constellate
constellate · constellates · constellated · constellating
To combine as a clusterTo combine as a cluster.
US/ˈkɑn.stɛll.e͜ɪt/
Meaning
4 senses(transitive)To combine as a cluster.
form a constellation or cluster
(transitive)To fit, adorn (as if) with constellations.
(intransitive)To (form a) cluster.
come together as in a cluster or flock
(intransitive)To shine with united radiance, or one general light.
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
From Latin constēllātus (“starred”), past participle of constēllō. Equivalent to Latin conFrom Latin constēllātus (“starred”), past participle of constēllō. Equivalent to Latin constēllō + -ate (verb-forming suffix).
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Forms
constellates, constellating, constellated, constellated| Base form | constellate · to constellate |
|---|---|
| 3rd person singular | constellates |
| Present participle | constellating |
| Past simple | constellated |
| Past participle | constellated |
regular · Lesson
Synonyms
5 synonymsWord family
8 related wordsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle