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celestial

1 of 1adjective
/səˈlɛstʃəl/
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related to or occurring in the sky or outer space

  • Celestial navigation uses the positions of stars to determine the direction and location of a vessel.
  • The study of celestial objects, such as stars and galaxies, is known as astronomy.
  • Ancient civilizations often built monuments aligned with celestial events, such as solstices and equinoxes.
  • Celestial bodies like comets and meteor showers can be observed with telescopes and binoculars.
  • Celestial coordinates, such as right ascension and declination, are used to locate objects in the night sky.
Synonyms:
2

relating to or inhabiting a divine heaven

Synonyms:
3

of heaven or the spirit