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Algenib

Algenib

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A star in the group of stars called Pegasus, also called Gamma Pegasi
  • proper noun
: Algenib
  • Did you see Algenib last night?
  • Algenib, or Gamma Pegasi
  • Gamma Pegasi

Examples

  • Algenib is a bright star in the night sky.

  • On clear autumn nights, you can spot Algenib shining brightly in the eastern sky.

  • Astronomers use Algenib as a reference point when mapping the constellation Pegasus.

  • The star Algenib marks one corner of the Great Square of Pegasus.

  • To locate the star Zeta, start at Algenib, a prominent star in the constellation Pegasus.

  • Algenib, also known as Gamma Pegasi, is one of the four stars forming the Great Square of Pegasus.

  • Astronomers identify Algenib as the star at the southeastern corner of the Great Square in the night sky.

Surface Forms

Algenib main

Etymology

Algenib comes from Arabic al-janb, where al- means 'the' and janb means 'the side'. So Algenib is a fitting name for this star because it marks a 'side' of the flying horse, Pegasus, and one corner of the Great Square.