constellate Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb scatter or intersperse like dots or studs
    stud; dot.
    • Hills constellated with lights
  2. verb come together as in a cluster or flock
    cluster; flock; clump.
    • The poets constellate in this town every summer
  3. verb form a constellation or cluster

WordNet

Con"stel*late intransitive verb
Etymology
Pref. con- + L. stellatus, p.p. of stellare to cover with stars, stella star. See Stellate.
Definitions
  1. To join luster; to shine with united radiance, or one general light. R.
    The several things which engage our affections . . . shine forth and constellate in God. Boule.
Con"stel*late transitive verb
Definitions
  1. To unite in one luster or radiane, as stars. R.
    Whe know how to constellate these lights. Boyle.
  2. To set or adorn with stars or constellations; as, constellated heavens. J. Barlow.

Webster 1913