noun
Northern Cross
An asterism within the constellation Cygnus, formed by its brightest stars. Used in astronomical and stargazing contexts.
夏の夜空に北十字星がはっきり見える。
The Northern Cross is clearly visible in the summer night sky.
Refers to the Southern Cross (Crux), a constellation in the southern sky, while 北十字星 is an asterism in the northern sky.
Compound of 北 (north) and 十字星 (cross-shaped star pattern), referring to the cross-like arrangement of stars in Cygnus.