big dipper

• Grupo de sete estrelas brilhantes na constelação da Ursa Maior, visível no hemisfério norte e usado para navegação. Também se refere a um tipo de montanha-russa em parques de diversões.

A prominent group of seven stars in the constellation Ursa Major, visible in the northern sky, often used for navigation. Also refers to a type of roller coaster ride at amusement parks.

1. B1formal

   A prominent group of seven stars in the constellation Ursa Major, visible in the northern sky.

   Constelação

   • The Big Dipper is easy to spot on a clear night.
   • Many people use the Big Dipper to find the North Star.
   • The Big Dipper is one of the most recognizable star patterns.

2. Roller coasterB1informalbritish

   A type of amusement park ride with steep drops and sharp turns.

   montanha-russa

   • The children were excited to ride the big dipper at the fair.
   • The big dipper gave them an adrenaline rush.
   • She screamed with joy on the big dipper.