praesepe

/ˈprɛsɛpi/

Definitions

1. noun

a cluster of stars or other celestial objects that appear as a small, fuzzy patch in a telescope or binoculars, especially a globular cluster of stars

“The astronomer pointed out the beautiful praesepe in the night sky, which was visible only through a powerful telescope.”

Synonyms

  • globular cluster
  • star cluster

Antonyms

  • single star