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planisphere

noun

/ˈplænɪsfɪr/

Meaning

a rotating star chart used to display the visible stars for any time and date

The astronomer used a planisphere to identify the constellations.

star chart, celestial map, sky map

use a planisphere, planisphere chart, planisphere tool

the state of being holy, sacred, or spiritually pure

a piece of clothing worn from the waist down, covering both legs separately

a bird of prey with long wings and a forked tail; also a toy flown in the air

a long mournful complaint or lamentation; a list of woes; a prolonged expression of grief

the star around which the earth orbits; the source of light and heat for planets

a large metal pot with a lid and handle, used for cooking over a fire