celestial sphere vs globe

celestial sphere

noun
  • An abstract sphere of infinite radius which serves as the imaginary backdrop for celestial objects, and of which the visible sky is one hemisphere. 

name
  • the figure of the universe as an imaginary sphere whose center is the Earth 

globe

noun
  • A spherical model of Earth or other planet. 

  • The planet Earth. 

  • A circular military formation used in Ancient Rome, corresponding to the modern infantry square. 

  • A land snail of the genus Mesodon 

  • A light bulb. 

  • A woman's breast. 

  • Any spherical (or nearly spherical) object. 

verb
  • To become spherical. 

  • To make spherical. 

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