Absolute constant (Math.), one whose value is absolutely the same under all circumstances, as the
number 10, or any numeral. Arbitrary constant, an undetermined constant in a differential equation
having the same value during all changes in the values of the variables.
Constantia (Con*stan"ti*a) n. A superior wine, white and red, from Constantia, in Cape Colony.
Constantly (Con"stant*ly) adv. With constancy; steadily; continually; perseveringly; without cessation; uniformly.
But she constantly affirmed that it was even so. Acts. xii. 15. Constat (||Con"stat) n. [L., it is evident.] (Law) A certificate showing what appears upon record touching
a matter in question.
Constate (Con*state") v. t. [F. constater; L. con- + stare to stand.] To ascertain; to verify; to establish; to
prove. F. P. Cobbe.
Constellate (Con"stel*late) v. i. [Pref. con- + L. stellatus, p. p. of stellare to cover with stars, stella
star. See Stellate.] To join luster; to shine with united radiance, or one general light. [R.]
The several things which engage our affections . . . shine forth and constellate in God. Boule. Constellate (Con"stel*late), v. t.
1. To unite in one luster or radiance, as stars. [R.]
Whe know how to constellate these lights. Boyle. 2. To set or adorn with stars or constellations; as, constellated heavens. J. Barlow.
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