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celestial navigation

(ce-les-ti-al-nav-i-ga-tion) 8 syllables

Definition

noun. the method of finding one's position using stars and planets.

Example Sentence

We used celestial navigation to guide our ship.

More Example Sentences

Celestial navigation helps find locations at sea.

Synonyms

star navigation; astronomical navigation

Antonyms

land navigation; gps

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