1. transformed into or represented as a star or constellation
Usage: literary; rare

Examples

• The ancient hero was stellified in Greek mythology, becoming the constellation Orion.
• According to legend, the twins were stellified and placed in the heavens.
• The poet described how the lovers were stellified after their tragic death.
• In the story, the faithful dog was stellified as a reward for its loyalty.
• The stellified figures could be seen twinkling in the night sky.