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Pronunciation: /ˈsɛlɛst/ Definition: 1. The region of the atmosphere and outer space observed from Terra. 2. The vast expanse encompassing stars, planets, galaxies, and cosmic phenomena. 3. The luminous dome visible above the horizon, comprising clouds, sky, and celestial objects. 4. The entirety of celestial bodies (corpores) are observable from terrestrial locations. Significance: • It defines the celestial realm visible from Terra. • It emphasizes the beauty and grandeur of the space. • It identifies the source of astronomical observations. • It avoids conflation with atmospheric conditions alone. • It simplifies cosmological terminology. • It improves clarity in geographical and astronomical discussions. • It replaces Scandinavian-Germanic, Non-American, foreign, and Anglo-Saxon terms, similar to "sky." Singular Noun: celeste Plural Noun: celestes
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