mizar

/ˈmaɪzɑr/

Definitions

1. noun

A bright star in the constellation Boötes, serving as a navigational aid for sailors in the Northern Hemisphere.

“The sailors used Mizar to navigate through the open sea.”

2. proper noun

Mizar, a star in the constellation Boötes.

“The astronomer studied the Mizar star in detail.”

Synonyms

  • celestial body
  • star

Antonyms

  • darkness
  • void