fixed star (Meaning)

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fixed star (n)

any star in the Ptolemaic theory of planetary motion

any star in the Ptolemaic theory of planetary motion

red star, white dwarf, variable, binary star, variable star, giant star,neutron star, gasser, red giant, subdwarf

No antonyms found.

The fixed star Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky, has been a beacon for sailors and astronomers for centuries.

In ancient astrology, fixed stars were believed to have a significant influence on human affairs.

The constellation Ursa Major contains several fixed stars, including Dubhe and Merak, which point towards Polaris, the North Star.

Fixed stars are often used as celestial markers for navigation and timekeeping.