1. groups of stars that form recognizable patterns in the night sky
Usage: astronomy
2. groups or clusters of related things or people
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The Big Dipper is one of the most recognizable constellations in the northern sky.
• Ancient sailors used constellations to navigate across the oceans.
• She could identify twelve different constellations on a clear night.
• The company hired a constellation of talented engineers for the new project.
• A constellation of factors contributed to the team’s success.
• The museum displayed constellations of artifacts from different time periods.