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Definition of Big dipper
1. Noun. A group of seven bright stars in the constellation Ursa Major.
Exact synonyms: Charles's Wain, Dipper, Plough, Wagon, Wain
Generic synonyms: Asterism
Group relationships: Great Bear, Ursa Major
Generic synonyms: Asterism
Group relationships: Great Bear, Ursa Major
2. Noun. Elevated railway in an amusement park (usually with sharp curves and steep inclines).
Exact synonyms: Chute-the-chute, Roller Coaster
Generic synonyms: El, Elevated, Elevated Railroad, Elevated Railway, Overhead Railway, Ride
Specialized synonyms: Hypercoaster
Generic synonyms: El, Elevated, Elevated Railroad, Elevated Railway, Overhead Railway, Ride
Specialized synonyms: Hypercoaster
Definition of Big dipper
1. Proper noun. (constellation) A bright circumpolar asterism of the northern sky, said to resemble a ladle or cart. It is part of the constellation Ursa Major and includes the stars Mizar, Dubhe, and Alkaid. ¹
2. Noun. An alternative term for a rollercoaster. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
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