Celestial Point (Noun)
Meaning
A point in the heavens (on the celestial sphere).
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The vernal equinox is a celestial point that marks the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
- Astronomers use the position of the celestial point of the North Star to navigate and orient themselves.
- The bright planet was aligned with the celestial point of the zenith, directly overhead.
- To locate the constellation, find the celestial point where the two brightest stars intersect.
- Historical records show that the ancient civilization considered a particular celestial point as sacred and built their temple to align with it.