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north star

/ˈnɔːrθ stɑːr/

Übersetzung: Der hellste Stern im Sternbild Kleiner Bär, der fast genau über dem Nordpol der Erde steht und zur Navigation sowie als Symbol für Richtung oder Beständigkeit dient.

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/ˈnɔːrθ stɑːr/B1formalscientific
  • deDer hellste Stern im Sternbild Kleiner Bär, der fast genau über dem Nordpol der Erde steht und zur Navigation sowie als Symbol für Richtung oder Beständigkeit dient.

A bright star located nearly directly above the Earth's North Pole, used for navigation and as a symbol of guidance or constancy.

  1. Astronomical referenceB1formal

    A bright star, Polaris, located nearly at the north celestial pole, used for navigation.

    dePolarstern

    • Sailors have used the North Star for centuries to find their way.
    • The North Star appears fixed in the night sky.
    • You can locate the North Star by following the Big Dipper.
  2. Guiding principleB2formal

    A principle or goal that serves as a consistent guide in decision-making or life.

    deLeitstern

    • Honesty has always been his north star in business.
    • The company's mission statement is its north star for growth.
    • She considers kindness her personal north star.