Praesepe
an open star cluster in the center of the constellation Cancer, visible to the naked eye.
Origin of Praesepe
1- Also called Beehive cluster, Manger.
Words Nearby Praesepe
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How to use Praesepe in a sentence
The cluster Praesepe in Cancer is visible on a clear night to the unaided eye as a small nebula.
The Astronomy of Milton's 'Paradise Lost' | Thomas OrchardThe antiphon was in direct imitation of the other, commencing 'Quem quaeritis in Praesepe, pastores?'
The Growth of English Drama | Arnold WynneBehind the high altar a Praesepe or “crib” was prepared, with an image of the Virgin.
Christmas in Ritual and Tradition, Christian and Pagan | Clement A. MilesThe nebula Praesepe in Cancer, he was also able to resolve into a cluster of stars.
The Astronomy of Milton's 'Paradise Lost' | Thomas Orchard
British Dictionary definitions for Praesepe
/ (praɪˈsiːpɪ) /
an open cluster of several hundred stars in the constellation Cancer, visible to the naked eye as a hazy patch of light
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